• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.4 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-G3 advantages over Fujifilm XP140

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Thinner
    19 mm vs 27 mm
    Thinner
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 6 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Fujifilm XP140 advantages over Sony DSC-G3

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 240 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    6 years vs 16 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    16.4 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    4 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 1.6 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/2000 vs 1/1000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus 1030 SW

Sony DSC-G3
Olympus 1030 SW
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compare Sony DSC-G3 vs Olympus 1030 SW

Fujifilm XP140
Olympus 1030 SW
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Fujifilm XP140 vs Olympus 1030 SW

Compared to Olympus Tough-8000

Sony DSC-G3
Olympus Tough-8000
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony DSC-G3 vs Olympus Tough-8000

Fujifilm XP140
Olympus Tough-8000
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XP140 vs Olympus Tough-8000

Compared to Olympus Tough-6000

Sony DSC-G3
Olympus Tough-6000
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Sony DSC-G3 vs Olympus Tough-6000

Fujifilm XP140
Olympus Tough-6000
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XP140 vs Olympus Tough-6000

Compared to Fujifilm XP120

Sony DSC-G3
Fujifilm XP120
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Manual focus
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof

Compare Sony DSC-G3 vs Fujifilm XP120

Fujifilm XP140
Fujifilm XP120
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Fujifilm XP140 vs Fujifilm XP120

Compared to Fujifilm XP130

Sony DSC-G3
Fujifilm XP130
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Manual focus
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sony DSC-G3 vs Fujifilm XP130

Fujifilm XP140
Fujifilm XP130
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $109
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Fujifilm XP140 vs Fujifilm XP130

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