Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic ZS45

Its time to look a little more closely at the Fujifilm XP90 versus Panasonic ZS45, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was introduced 13 months later than the ZS45 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP90 matches up versus the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP90 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the ZS45.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and ZS45 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP90 and ZS45.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm XP90 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.