FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 287g - 120 x 64 x 43mm
- Launched February 2015
- Succeeded the Samsung NX300
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Samsung NX500, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe Finepix Z90 was introduced 5 years before the NX500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Finepix Z90 matches up versus the NX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Samsung NX500
Finepix Z90 | NX500 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX500 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
NX500 | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Clearer display (+806k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung NX500
Finepix Z90 | NX500 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 offers external 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 NX500 has specifications of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Samsung NX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Finepix Z90 against the NX500.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Finepix Z90 and NX500 is 96 and 87 respectively.
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and NX500.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Finepix Z90 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX500 will provide you with more detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older Finepix Z90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung NX500 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung NX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung NX500 |
Otherwise known as | Finepix Z91 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 28 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6480 x 4320 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Smart flash, auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, fill w/redeye reduction, 1st-curtain, 2nd-curtain, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 287 grams (0.63 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 120 x 64 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1379 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 370 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $220 | $800 |