Nikon L100 vs Pentax E90

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L100 vs Pentax E90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was unveiled 11 months prior to the E90 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L100 grades versus the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L100 and the E90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and E90 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L100 and E90.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged L100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.