Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Launched January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony WX50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP90 was introduced 4 years later than the WX50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades vs the WX50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Sony WX50
Fujifilm XP90 | WX50 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 49 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Fujifilm XP90
WX50 | Fujifilm XP90 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony WX50
Fujifilm XP90 | WX50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP90 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 and the WX50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP90 and WX50 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP90 and WX50.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm XP90 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-01-15 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 203 grams (0.45 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $250 |