Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Kodak Z990

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and Z990 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and Z990 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was revealed 8 months later than the Z990 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm F600 EXR being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades versus the Z990 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Kodak Z990 has dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Kodak Z990 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR compared to the Z990.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Z990 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Z990.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F600 EXR will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm F600 EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.