Fujifilm S1 vs Sony H90

The following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm S1 vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was released 23 months after the H90 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S1 grades vs the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S1 has external measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 vs the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and H90 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and H90.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm S1 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.