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FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix Z71
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Additionally Known as PL65
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm Z70 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was brought out 12 months later than the SL620 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z70 matches up vs the SL620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Samsung SL620

 Z70 SL620 
RevealedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 12 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the FujiFilm Z70

 SL620 Z70 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Samsung SL620

 Z70 SL620 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Z70 features external measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm Z70 versus Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Z70 versus the SL620.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z70 and SL620 is 96 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z70 and SL620.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Z70 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography details
Samsung SL620 Portrait photography details
20
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Street photography advice
Samsung SL620 Street photography advice
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than competition (168g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography highlights
Samsung SL620 Sports photography highlights
25
offers tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography factors
Samsung SL620 Travel photography factors
51
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
50
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (168g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Landscape photography advice
Samsung SL620 Landscape photography advice
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
23
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging info
Samsung SL620 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone support
24
supports face detection autofocus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic support
heavier than competition (168g)
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Samsung SL620
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Samsung SL620
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Samsung SL620
Alternate name FinePix Z71 PL65
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2009-02-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 grams (0.27 pounds) 168 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $130 $200