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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 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
  • Also Known as Finepix Z91
Nikon S230
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 2000
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2009
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was released 24 months after the S230 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Finepix Z90 scores versus the S230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S230

 Finepix Z90 S230 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2009More modern by 24 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S230 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S230

 Finepix Z90 S230 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has exterior dimensions 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 S230 has proportions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Finepix Z90 against the S230.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and S230.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Finepix Z90 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Portrait photography with Nikon S230
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography features
Nikon S230 Street photography features
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with focus via touch
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography factors
Nikon S230 Sports photography factors
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S230 as a Travel photography camera
68
comes with focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S230 Landscape photography advice
42
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
31
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Digital)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging features
Nikon S230 Vlogging features
31
really wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
28
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic port
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S230
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S230
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S230
Also called as Finepix Z91 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2009-02-03
Body design 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 2000
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, 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
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 115 gr (0.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $220 $150