Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5
90 Imaging
38 Features
46 Overall
41
95 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2010
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and WX5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 2 years later than the WX5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades vs the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Sony WX5
Fujifilm XF1 | WX5 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | July 2010 | More recent by 27 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Fujifilm XF1
WX5 | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony WX5
Fujifilm XF1 | WX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 offers physical 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) while the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the WX5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and WX5.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 features the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer Fujifilm XF1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm XF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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) | 146 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-50 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $380 | $250 |