Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690
80 Imaging
39 Features
73 Overall
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39 Features
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Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Launched August 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X30 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and W690 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X30 was released 2 years after the W690 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X30 grades versus the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Sony W690
Fujifilm X30 | W690 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | February 2012 | More modern by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm X30
W690 | Fujifilm X30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Sony W690
Fujifilm X30 | W690 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X30 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the W690.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and W690 is 80 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and W690.
Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony W690 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Fujifilm X30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-08-26 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 423 grams (0.93 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" 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 life | 470 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $297 |