Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Released January 2016
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm XP90 was introduced 7 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades versus the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Sony S980
Fujifilm XP90 | S980 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | February 2009 | More recent by 85 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Fujifilm XP90
S980 | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony S980
Fujifilm XP90 | S980 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 has physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 compared to the S980.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP90 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and S980.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP90 to provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP90 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-01-15 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (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 | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $300 |