FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30
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![FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90-front.jpg)
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(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
- Also referred to as Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2011
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
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The Finepix Z90 was launched very close to the ST30 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Finepix Z90 grades against the ST30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Samsung ST30
Finepix Z90 | ST30 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
ST30 | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Samsung ST30
Finepix Z90 | ST30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 enjoys physical 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 ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Samsung ST30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the ST30.
![FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90-vs-Samsung-ST30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.
![FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90-vs-Samsung-ST30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and ST30.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Finepix Z90 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
![FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90-vs-Samsung-ST30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-Finepix-Z90-vs-Samsung-ST30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Samsung ST30 |
Also referred to as | Finepix Z91 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 87 gr (0.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $220 | $55 |