Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and FX90 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was manufactured 5 months after the FX90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades against the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX90 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
FX90 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | FX90 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR features outer dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs the FX90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and FX90.
All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 life | 220 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $227 |