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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 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
  • Other Name is Finepix Z91
Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Overview

Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was brought out 12 months later than the S4000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Finepix Z90 scores vs the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S4000

 Finepix Z90 S4000 
IntroducedJanuary 2011February 2010More recent by 12 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 S4000 Finepix Z90 
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S4000

 Finepix Z90 S4000 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4000 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Finepix Z90 versus the S4000.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and S4000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and S4000.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger Finepix Z90 should have an edge in sensor technology.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Portrait photography with Nikon S4000
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography factors
Nikon S4000 Street photography factors
63
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with focus by touch
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography advice
Nikon S4000 Sports photography advice
39
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
17
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Travel photography with Nikon S4000
68
comes with focus by touch
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
58
built-in flash
decently wide (27mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Landscape photography with Nikon S4000
42
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
32
decently wide (27mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging factors
Nikon S4000 Vlogging factors
31
decently wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
28
decently wide (27mm)
has touchscreen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S4000
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Nikon Coolpix S4000
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Nikon Coolpix S4000
Other name Finepix Z91 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
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) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 lbs) 131 grams (0.29 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID 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
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