FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Finepix Z90 was released about the same time to the PL170 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 & Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Samsung PL170
Finepix Z90 | PL170 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
PL170 | Finepix Z90 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL170
Finepix Z90 | PL170 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2011 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung PL170 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Finepix Z90 compared to the PL170.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and PL170 is 96 and 99 respectively.
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and PL170.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung PL170 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung PL170 |
Also called | Finepix Z91 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $220 | $175 |