Canon G3 X vs Nikon P90

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon G3 X versus Nikon P90, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and P90 (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and P90 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G3 X was introduced 6 years after the P90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G3 X matches up vs the P90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Nikon Coolpix P90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X has external measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") and a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Nikon P90 has measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the Canon G3 X versus Nikon P90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G3 X against the P90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and P90 is 60 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 X and P90.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G3 X with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G3 X will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern G3 X should have an edge in sensor tech.