Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2010

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Pentax E90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 12 months before the E90 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up vs the E90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Pentax E90
Fujifilm S8100fd | E90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
E90 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Pentax E90
Fujifilm S8100fd | E90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd offers outer dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and E90 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and E90.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Pentax Optio E90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $300 | $100 |