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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S01 front
Portability
97
Imaging
34
Features
16
Overall
26

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Key Specs

FujiFilm Finepix Z90
(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
  • Released January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as Finepix Z91
Nikon S01
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
  • Launched June 2013
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and S01 (10MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Finepix Z90 was announced 3 years earlier than the S01 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the S01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S01

 Finepix Z90 S01 
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S01 Finepix Z90 
LaunchedJune 2013January 2011Newer by 29 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S01

 Finepix Z90 S01 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S01 has proportions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

See the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Finepix Z90 against the S01.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Finepix Z90 and S01 is 96 and 97 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and S01.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Finepix Z90 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will result in more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Finepix Z90 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Portrait photography with Nikon S01
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography information
Nikon S01 Street photography information
63
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with focus via touch
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
lighter than others in class (96 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography information
Nikon S01 Sports photography information
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
bad battery pack (190 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S01 as a Travel photography camera
68
comes with focus via touch
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
55
lighter than others in class (96 grams)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery pack (190 shots)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S01 Landscape photography advice
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rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
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lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.5")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
does not have RAW format
bad battery pack (190 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging information
Nikon S01 Vlogging information
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rather wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
27
touchscreen enabled
lighter than others in class (96 grams)
wide angle not good (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S01 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S01
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S01
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S01
Also Known as Finepix Z91 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2013-06-21
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.9"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.96 x 3.72mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 18.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 9cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 7.3
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 1.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133g (0.29 lbs) 96g (0.21 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 shots 190 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A Built-in
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal -
Card slots One -
Launch pricing $220 $170