FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic GF7

On this page, we are contrasting the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic GF7, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is very similar but the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Finepix Z90 was unveiled 5 years before the GF7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Finepix Z90 scores vs the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 features outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Finepix Z90 vs the GF7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and GF7 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and GF7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Finepix Z90 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older Finepix Z90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.