Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z30 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the W90 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades vs the W90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Pentax W90
Fujifilm Z30 | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Fujifilm Z30
W90 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Pentax W90
Fujifilm Z30 | W90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 has exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z30 versus Pentax W90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the W90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and W90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and W90.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax W90 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 110 grams (0.24 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 ID | NP-45 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $150 | $120 |