FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX5

The following is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor measurements.

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The Finepix Z90 was brought out 11 months after the TX5 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Finepix Z90 scores versus the TX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 provides external measurements 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 Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Finepix Z90 and the TX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Finepix Z90 and TX5.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Finepix Z90 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Finepix Z90 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.