FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 J1
- Updated by Nikon 1 J3

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and 1 J2 (1") boast different sensor sizes.

The Finepix Z90 was manufactured 19 months before the 1 J2 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Finepix Z90 matches up against the 1 J2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon 1 J2. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon 1 J2
Finepix Z90 | 1 J2 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
1 J2 | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon 1 J2
Finepix Z90 | 1 J2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J2 has proportions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Finepix Z90 compared to the 1 J2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Finepix Z90 and 1 J2 is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and 1 J2.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Finepix Z90 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will result in extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Finepix Z90 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon 1 J2 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Nikon 1 J2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Nikon 1 J2 |
Other name | Finepix Z91 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Nikon 1 |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 238 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 230 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $220 | $550 |