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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

FujiFilm Finepix Z90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Alternative Name is Finepix Z91
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Finepix Z90 was introduced 24 months after the FS15 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Panasonic FS15

 Finepix Z90 FS15 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2009More modern by 24 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 FS15 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FS15

 Finepix Z90 FS15 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has 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) and the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Finepix Z90 vs the FS15.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and FS15.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Finepix Z90 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FS15 Portrait photography highlights
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography details
Panasonic FS15 Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features focus via touch
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Sports photography camera
39
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography factors
68
features focus via touch
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Landscape photography camera
42
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging advice
31
fairly wide (28mm)
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone port
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic FS15
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Otherwise known as Finepix Z91 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 9cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 136 gr (0.30 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
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 pictures -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $220 $180