Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90
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Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Released February 2009
- Older Model is Nikon P80

Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the P90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX220 HS was brought out 2 years later than the P90 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX220 HS scores versus the P90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Nikon P90
SX220 HS | P90 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Canon SX220 HS
P90 | SX220 HS | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon P90
SX220 HS | P90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Nikon P90 has measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon P90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS vs the P90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and P90 is 96 and 70 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and P90.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX220 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 400 gr (0.88 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $700 |