FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 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
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as Finepix Z91
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2010

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the Finepix Z90 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The Finepix Z90 was launched 13 months after the TX7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the Finepix Z90 grades versus the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Sony TX7
Finepix Z90 | TX7 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90
TX7 | Finepix Z90 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony TX7
Finepix Z90 | TX7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 provides 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) while the Sony TX7 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 versus Sony TX7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Finepix Z90 versus the TX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and TX7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Finepix Z90 and TX7.
Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Finepix Z90 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Finepix Z90 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm Finepix Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Also called as | Finepix Z91 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $220 | $300 |