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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 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
  • Released January 2011
  • Also referred to as Finepix Z91
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Announced February 2011
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was introduced at a similar time to the S3100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Finepix Z90 grades vs the S3100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S3100

 Finepix Z90 S3100 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S3100 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S3100

 Finepix Z90 S3100 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2011Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 enjoys physical 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) and the Nikon S3100 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Finepix Z90 versus the S3100.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and S3100.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S3100 Portrait photography advice
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
33
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
provides face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography info
Nikon S3100 Street photography info
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports touch focus
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Sports photography camera
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
32
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Travel photography with Nikon S3100
68
supports touch focus
good megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography highlights
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
33
relatively wide (26mm)
megapixel count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Nikon S3100 Vlogging advice
31
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
28
relatively wide (26mm)
provides face detection focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S3100
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S3100
Also called as Finepix Z91 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2011-02-09
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 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 118 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 images 220 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $220 $139