Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was revealed 6 months prior to the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores versus the H90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Pentax H90
Fujifilm Z35 | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Fujifilm Z35
H90 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax H90
Fujifilm Z35 | H90 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z35 offers physical dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 vs the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and H90.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax H90 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | NP-45A | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $130 | $150 |