Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300
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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 S4300 front Nikon Coolpix S4300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S4300/Nikon-S4300-front.jpg)
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39 Features
39 Overall
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 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
- Renewed by Canon S95
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S90 (10MP) and S4300 (16MP) and the S90 (1/1.7") and S4300 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.
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The S90 was manufactured 22 months before the S4300 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S90 scores against the S4300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S90 and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The entire galleries are available at Canon S90 Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S90 over the Nikon S4300
S90 | S4300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon S90
S4300 | S90 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | Fresher by 22 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon S90 and Nikon S4300
S90 | S4300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon S90 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4300 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S90 versus the S4300.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 size comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S90 and S4300 is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 top view buttons comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S90 and S4300.
Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S90 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon S4300 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older S90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 sensor size comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S4300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon S90 vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S90 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot S90 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-04-08 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) | 139 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 185 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 180 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $599 | $119 |