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Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Canon PowerShot A480 front
 
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Key Specs

Canon A480
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 62 x 31mm
  • Introduced January 2009
FujiFilm Finepix Z90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Also referred to as Finepix Z91
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Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and Finepix Z90 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A480 was manufactured 24 months prior to the Finepix Z90 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A480 grades vs the Finepix Z90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 A480 Finepix Z90 

Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Canon A480

 Finepix Z90 A480 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2009More modern by 24 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Canon A480 and FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 A480 Finepix Z90 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 features external dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A480 compared to the Finepix Z90.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A480 and Finepix Z90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 top view buttons comparison

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A480 and Finepix Z90.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged A480 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 sensor size comparison

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A480 as a Portrait photography camera
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
25
high flash sync speed (1/500s)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A480
Street photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides touch focus
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A480 Sports photography details
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography details
16
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A480 Travel photography factors
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography factors
50
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
68
provides touch focus
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A480 Landscape photography info
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography info
22
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.5")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
42
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon A480
Vlogging with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
22
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
31
rather wide (28mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
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Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A480 and FujiFilm Finepix Z90
 Canon PowerShot A480FujiFilm Finepix Z90
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot A480 FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Also called - Finepix Z91
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-15 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 10 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 5 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-122mm (3.3x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.8 f/3.9-4.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 9cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/500 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 gr (0.31 lb) 133 gr (0.29 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 220 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal SD / SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $210 $220