Fujifilm S8400W vs Kodak Z990

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S8400W and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and Z990 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was unveiled 2 years after the Z990 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up vs the Z990 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Kodak Z990 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8400W and Kodak Z990 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the Z990.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and Z990 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and Z990.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8400W to provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8400W will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.