Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W230

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and W230 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was launched 3 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades vs the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with outer measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and W230 is 90 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and W230.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The newer Fujifilm XF1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.