Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z90 and Fujifilm S8100fd, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 8 months after the Fujifilm S8100fd which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z90 grades against the Fujifilm S8100fd with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 provides outer dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8100fd has specifications of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 and Fujifilm S8100fd in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 96 and 75 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-Z90 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger EX-Z90 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.