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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 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
  • Also Known as Finepix Z91
Panasonic TS20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2012
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic TS20, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was manufactured 13 months prior to the TS20 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Finepix Z90 grades against the TS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Panasonic TS20

 Finepix Z90 TS20 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 TS20 Finepix Z90 
RevealedJanuary 2012January 2011More recent by 13 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic TS20

 Finepix Z90 TS20 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 provides outer 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 Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Finepix Z90 against the TS20.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and TS20 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and TS20.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Finepix Z90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography information
Panasonic TS20 Portrait photography information
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS20 as a Street photography camera
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has touch focus
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
67
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
lighter than average (142 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography information
Panasonic TS20 Sports photography information
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
41
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Travel photography with Panasonic TS20
68
has touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
70
lighter than average (142g)
environment proof
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS20 as a Landscape photography camera
42
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
environment proof
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging details
Panasonic TS20 Vlogging details
31
pretty wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
31
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (142g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Panasonic TS20
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20
Also referred to as Finepix Z91 Lumix DMC-FT20
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2012-01-31
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 lbs) 142 gr (0.31 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images 250 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $220 $179