Nikon L100 vs Sony HX90V

The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon L100 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L100 was revealed 7 years earlier than the HX90V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L100 matches up vs the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L100 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L100 against the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and HX90V is 79 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and HX90V.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX90V to produce more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.