Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon P90

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the P90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was unveiled 2 years later than the P90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the P90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon P90 has dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the P90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and P90 is 92 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and P90.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-ZR100 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.