Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP60
- Successor is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W690, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was manufactured 23 months after the W690 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP70 matches up vs the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Sony W690
Fujifilm XP70 | W690 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm XP70
W690 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W690
Fujifilm XP70 | W690 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 has outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 against the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and W690 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and W690.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (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 data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $199 | $297 |