Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced 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
- Revealed February 2009
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm Z37 was launched 6 months later than the W290 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores against the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm Z37 | W290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm Z37
W290 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony W290
Fujifilm Z37 | W290 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 features exterior measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the W290.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and W290.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W290 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | 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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
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 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 model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $230 |