FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Samsung ST30

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.

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.