Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990
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Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is EasyShare Max

Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S4500 and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the Z990 (12MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4500 was introduced 13 months later than the Z990 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades versus the Z990 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Kodak Z990
Fujifilm S4500 | Z990 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Fujifilm S4500
Z990 | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4500 and Kodak Z990
Fujifilm S4500 | Z990 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4500 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z990 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S4500 and Kodak Z990 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 versus the Z990.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and Z990 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and Z990.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S4500 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S4500 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm S4500 vs Kodak Z990 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Kodak EasyShare Z990 |
Alternative name | - | EasyShare Max |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 8.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | 543g (1.20 pounds) | 445g (0.98 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
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 | 300 photos | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $230 | $299 |