Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Older Model is Fujifilm X10
- Later Model is Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and W290 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X20 was announced 4 years after the W290 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm X20 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 52 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm X20
W290 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Sony W290
Fujifilm X20 | W290 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X20 comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X20 and Sony W290 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the W290.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and W290 is 83 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and W290.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 contains the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The more modern Fujifilm X20 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-04-29 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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 | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 270 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $500 | $230 |