FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung CL5

Below, we will be looking at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") use different sensor sizing.

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The Finepix Z90 was introduced 23 months later than the CL5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Finepix Z90 matches up vs the CL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 & Samsung CL5. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery & Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has outside dimensions 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 Samsung CL5 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Finepix Z90 vs the CL5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Finepix Z90 and CL5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and CL5.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Finepix Z90 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will render extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Finepix Z90 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.