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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
28
Overall
31

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z35
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Announced July 2009
Sony W290
(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
  • Launched February 2009
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Overview

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm Z35 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was brought out 6 months later than the W290 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up against the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Sony W290

 Fujifilm Z35 W290 

Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm Z35

 W290 Fujifilm Z35 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony W290

 Fujifilm Z35 W290 
LaunchedJuly 2009February 2009Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z35 has exterior measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm Z35 versus Sony W290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 versus the W290.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and W290.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W290 to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z35
Portrait photography with Sony W290
19
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
27
has manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Street photography information
Sony W290 Street photography information
54
lighter than others (125g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Sports photography details
Sony W290 Sports photography details
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W290 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than others (125 grams)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
57
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Landscape photography features
Sony W290 Landscape photography features
22
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.5 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
41
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Vlogging details
Sony W290 Vlogging details
25
lighter than others (125 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic socket
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z35 and Sony W290
 Fujifilm FinePix Z35Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z35 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-07-22 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 8cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 3 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $130 $230