FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST90

Here is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Z800EXR (1/2") and ST90 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The Z800EXR was launched 6 months earlier than the ST90 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z800EXR grades against the ST90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR & Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm Z800EXR enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z800EXR versus the ST90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and ST90 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z800EXR and ST90.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z800EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung ST90 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.