FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Following is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Olympus SZ-30MR, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was launched within a month of the SZ-30MR which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the SZ-30MR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Finepix Z90 vs the SZ-30MR.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and SZ-30MR is 96 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and SZ-30MR.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.