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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
FujiFilm Finepix Z90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Key Specs

FujiFilm Finepix Z90
(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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is Finepix Z91
Sony W550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Introduced July 2011
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Finepix Z90 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Finepix Z90 was launched 6 months earlier than the W550 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Finepix Z90 grades vs the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Finepix Z90 over the Sony W550

 Finepix Z90 W550 
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Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the FujiFilm Finepix Z90

 W550 Finepix Z90 

Common features in the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony W550

 Finepix Z90 W550 
IntroducedJanuary 2011July 2011Similar age
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Finepix Z90 enjoys 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) while the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Finepix Z90 against the W550.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Finepix Z90 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Finepix Z90 and W550.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W550 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Street photography highlights
Sony W550 Street photography highlights
63
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts focus via touch
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sports photography factors
Sony W550 Sports photography factors
39
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Travel photography factors
Sony W550 Travel photography factors
68
boasts focus via touch
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W550 Landscape photography highlights
42
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
42
quite wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Vlogging advice
Sony W550 Vlogging advice
31
fairly wide (28mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
29
quite wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
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FujiFilm Finepix Z90 vs Sony W550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Finepix Z90 and Sony W550
 FujiFilm Finepix Z90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550
Otherwise known as Finepix Z91 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-07-24
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT touchdscreen color LCD monitor Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
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 Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 110 grams (0.24 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 -
Retail price $220 $119