Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690
90 Imaging
38 Features
46 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2012

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and W690 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm XF1 was unveiled 7 months later than the W690 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores versus the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Sony W690
Fujifilm XF1 | W690 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm XF1
W690 | Fujifilm XF1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony W690
Fujifilm XF1 | W690 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 offers external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XF1 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 compared to the W690.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and W690 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF1 and W690.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony W690 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | 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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 199 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $380 | $297 |