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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is Finepix Z91
Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Finepix Z90 was released very close to the PL120 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Finepix Z90 grades against the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Samsung PL120

 Finepix Z90 PL120 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 PL120 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL120

 Finepix Z90 PL120 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Same age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 features 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) and the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Finepix Z90 versus the PL120.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Finepix Z90 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and PL120.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Portrait photography details
Samsung PL120 Portrait photography details
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography highlights
Samsung PL120 Street photography highlights
63
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts focus by touch
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm Finepix Z90
Sports photography with Samsung PL120
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
26
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography information
Samsung PL120 Travel photography information
68
boasts focus by touch
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Timelapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
71
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung PL120 Landscape photography highlights
42
reasonably wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
33
good max aperture (f)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Samsung PL120 Vlogging advice
31
reasonably wide (28mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
31
good max aperture (f)
includes microphone jack
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL120
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Samsung PL120
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Samsung PL120
Also called Finepix Z91 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focus distance 9cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
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) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133g (0.29 lb) -
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots Single -
Cost at launch $220 $150