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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Pentax K100D Super front
Portability
65
Imaging
45
Features
38
Overall
42

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S 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
  • Other Name is Finepix Z91
Pentax K100D S
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
  • Released June 2007
  • Replaced the Pentax K100D
  • Replacement is Pentax K200D
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax K100D S, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Finepix Z90 was introduced 3 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Finepix Z90 matches up vs the K100D S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Pentax K100D S

 Finepix Z90 K100D S 
ReleasedJanuary 2011June 2007More recent by 43 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution230k210kSharper screen (+20k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 K100D S Finepix Z90 
Focus manually More exact focus

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax K100D S

 Finepix Z90 K100D S 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax K100D S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the K100D S.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and K100D S is 96 and 65 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Finepix Z90 and K100D S.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Finepix Z90 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will provide greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Finepix Z90 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Portrait photography with Pentax K100D S
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
51
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Street photography with Pentax K100D S
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch to focus
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
64
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax K100D S as a Sports photography camera
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
47
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
low MP (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography details
Pentax K100D S Travel photography details
68
boasts touch to focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
45
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (6 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Landscape photography with Pentax K100D S
42
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
52
you can focus manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5")
no liveview feature
low MP (6MP)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging highlights
Pentax K100D S Vlogging highlights
31
fairly wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
9
lack of video recording
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Pentax K100D S
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Pentax K100D Super
General Information
Make FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Pentax K100D Super
Otherwise known as Finepix Z91 -
Type Ultracompact Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2011-01-05 2007-06-28
Body design Ultracompact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 3008 x 2008
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Pentax KAF2
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focusing range 9cm -
Available lenses - 151
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 210k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 646 gr (1.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8")
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 images -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $220 $520