Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj
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![Canon PowerShot S90 front Canon PowerShot S90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-S90.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj/Nikon-S1000pj-front.jpg)
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 195g - 100 x 58 x 31mm
- Released April 2010
- Newer Model is Canon S95
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is fairly close but the S90 (1/1.7") and S1000pj (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.
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The S90 was launched 9 months after the S1000pj which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the S90 matches up versus the S1000pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S90 & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S90 Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S90 over the Nikon S1000pj
S90 | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | April 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon S90
S1000pj | S90 |
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Common features in the Canon S90 and Nikon S1000pj
S90 | S1000pj | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon S90 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S1000pj has sizing of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S90 and the S1000pj.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S90 and S1000pj is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S90 and S1000pj.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S90 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S1000pj will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S90 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot S90 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S90 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-04-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 gr (0.43 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 185 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $599 | $289 |