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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Pentax Efina front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina 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
  • Launched January 2011
  • Other Name is Finepix Z91
Pentax Efina
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
  • Announced June 2013
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Overview

Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the Efina (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was revealed 3 years before the Efina and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Finepix Z90 matches up vs the Efina when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Pentax Efina

 Finepix Z90 Efina 
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 Efina Finepix Z90 
AnnouncedJune 2013January 2011Fresher by 29 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax Efina

 Finepix Z90 Efina 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has proportions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

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

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Finepix Z90 versus the Efina.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Finepix Z90 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Finepix Z90 and Efina.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Finepix Z90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography advice
Pentax Efina Portrait photography advice
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MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Street photography camera
Pentax Efina as a Street photography camera
63
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch focus
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
64
has image stabilization (Digital)
lighter than competition (91 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography highlights
Pentax Efina Sports photography highlights
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
35
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography highlights
Pentax Efina Travel photography highlights
68
boasts touch focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
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lighter than competition (91 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Landscape photography with Pentax Efina
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.5")
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Pentax Efina Vlogging advice
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
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pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detection focus
lighter than competition (91g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax Efina Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax Efina
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Pentax Efina
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Pentax Efina
Also called Finepix Z91 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-06-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing range 9cm 20cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 1/8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1400 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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, 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
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 gr (0.29 lbs) 91 gr (0.20 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8")
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 photographs 200 photographs
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A D-LI109
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $220 $10