Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Samsung SH100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") and SH100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Z900EXR was announced 4 months later than the SH100 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm Z900EXR grades versus the SH100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR & Samsung SH100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z900EXR provides physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Samsung SH100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z900EXR compared to the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z900EXR and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z900EXR and SH100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z900EXR using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.