FujiFilm S1600 vs Kodak Z990

Below, we are comparing the FujiFilm S1600 and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the Z990 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was released 11 months prior to the Z990 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1600 grades vs the Z990 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Kodak Z990 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S1600 and Kodak Z990 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1600 compared to the Z990.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and Z990 is 78 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and Z990.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S1600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.