Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90
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Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also referred to as Finepix Z91

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the Finepix Z90 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD940 IS was brought out 16 months prior to the Finepix Z90 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SD940 IS scores versus the Finepix Z90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS & FujiFilm Finepix Z90. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery & FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
SD940 IS | Finepix Z90 |
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Canon SD940 IS
Finepix Z90 | SD940 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 16 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and FujiFilm Finepix Z90
SD940 IS | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD940 IS offers external measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SD940 IS vs the Finepix Z90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD940 IS and Finepix Z90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SD940 IS and Finepix Z90.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SD940 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | Finepix Z91 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD / SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $220 |