Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm Z35 | W290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm Z35
W290 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony W290
Fujifilm Z35 | W290 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The 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.
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.

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 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.

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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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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 |