Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290
90 Imaging
38 Features
46 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Released September 2012
(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 XF1 vs Sony W290 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and W290 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm XF1 was revealed 3 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores vs the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm XF1 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 44 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm XF1
W290 | Fujifilm XF1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony W290
Fujifilm XF1 | W290 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 enjoys external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the W290.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and W290.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 provides the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | 255 gr (0.56 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 199 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $380 | $230 |