FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Finepix Z90 was announced 18 months after the FP8 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the Finepix Z90 matches up vs the FP8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Panasonic FP8
Finepix Z90 | FP8 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
FP8 | Finepix Z90 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FP8
Finepix Z90 | FP8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 comes with 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) while the Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FP8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the FP8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and FP8.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Finepix Z90 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Alternate name | Finepix Z91 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $220 | $300 |