FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Released August 2012

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the S6400 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Finepix Z90 was brought out 19 months before the S6400 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the S6400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon Coolpix S6400. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Nikon S6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Nikon S6400
Finepix Z90 | S6400 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
S6400 | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Nikon S6400
Finepix Z90 | S6400 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about 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") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S6400 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Nikon S6400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the S6400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and S6400 is 96 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Finepix Z90 and S6400.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6400 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Finepix Z90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Nikon S6400 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Nikon Coolpix S6400 |
Also called | Finepix Z91 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 150g (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | 160 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $220 | $500 |