Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon P90

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was brought out 2 years later than the P90 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades against the P90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL300 enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon P90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 against the P90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and P90 is 67 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and P90.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL300 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL300 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.