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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj 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
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is Finepix Z91
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Released August 2011
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview

Below is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was revealed 7 months prior to the S1200pj which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Finepix Z90 matches up against the S1200pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S1200pj

 Finepix Z90 S1200pj 

Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S1200pj Finepix Z90 
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2011More recent by 7 months
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S1200pj

 Finepix Z90 S1200pj 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S1200pj has sizing of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the S1200pj.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and S1200pj.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older Finepix Z90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Portrait photography with Nikon S1200pj
28
MP count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography details
Nikon S1200pj Street photography details
63
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch to focus
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than others (186 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Sports photography camera
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
max fps very slow (0.8 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Travel photography with Nikon S1200pj
68
boasts touch to focus
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
61
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (186 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography features
Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography features
42
fairly wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
42
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Nikon S1200pj Vlogging advice
31
fairly wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic socket
29
fairly wide (28mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than others (186g)
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S1200pj
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
Also called Finepix Z91 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-08-24
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 0.8 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 133 grams (0.29 lb) 186 grams (0.41 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" 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 life 220 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $220 $499