Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Launched January 2014
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W290, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was brought out 4 years after the W290 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm XP70 | W290 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm XP70
W290 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W290
Fujifilm XP70 | W290 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 offers outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W290 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the W290.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and W290.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP70 to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP70 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" 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 | 210 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $199 | $230 |