Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P90

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm S8600 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and P90 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was released 4 years after the P90 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades vs the P90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8600 provides exterior measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Nikon P90 has dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8600 and Nikon P90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the P90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8600 and P90 is 76 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8600 and P90.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S8600 to give more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8600 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.