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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 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
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also referred to as Finepix Z91
Nikon S3000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Introduced February 2010
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was launched 12 months after the S3000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Finepix Z90 grades against the S3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S3000

 Finepix Z90 S3000 
IntroducedJanuary 2011February 2010More modern by 12 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S3000 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S3000

 Finepix Z90 S3000 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 comes with outside 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 S3000 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the S3000.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and S3000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and S3000.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Finepix Z90 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography features
Nikon S3000 Portrait photography features
28
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Street photography with Nikon S3000
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes focus by touch
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography info
Nikon S3000 Sports photography info
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
max fps very slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography information
Nikon S3000 Travel photography information
68
includes focus by touch
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
58
flash built-in
really wide (27mm)
no Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S3000 Landscape photography factors
42
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
28
really wide (27mm)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging details
Nikon S3000 Vlogging details
31
rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
26
really wide (27mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone jack
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S3000
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S3000
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S3000
Also referred to as Finepix Z91 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2010-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focus range 9cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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) 116 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photographs -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $220 $150