Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W230

The following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm X30 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and W230 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was revealed 5 years after the W230 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 provides external dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and W230 is 80 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and W230.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 includes the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent Fujifilm X30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.