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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs

FujiFilm Finepix Z90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternative Name is Finepix Z91
Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2015
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the L31 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was brought out 5 years before the L31 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Finepix Z90 matches up against the L31 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon L31

 Finepix Z90 L31 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 L31 Finepix Z90 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon L31

 Finepix Z90 L31 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon L31 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Finepix Z90 compared to the L31.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and L31 is 96 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and L31.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L31 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Finepix Z90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography advice
Nikon L31 Portrait photography advice
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
36
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography info
Nikon L31 Street photography info
63
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes touch focus
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography details
Nikon L31 Sports photography details
39
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography advice
Nikon L31 Travel photography advice
68
includes touch focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
68
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
fairly wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon L31 Landscape photography highlights
42
relatively wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
39
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging info
Nikon L31 Vlogging info
31
relatively wide (28mm)
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
65
fairly wide (26mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon L31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon L31
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix L31
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix L31
Also Known as Finepix Z91 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 lb) 160 grams (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 220 shots 200 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NP-45A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $220 $0