Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Released January 2012
- Old Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was released 2 years after the W230 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Sony W230
Fujifilm XP50 | W230 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm XP50
W230 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Sony W230
Fujifilm XP50 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and W230.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP50 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP50 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $180 | $180 |