Nikon L26 vs Pentax E90

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon L26 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L26 was released 2 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L26 matches up against the E90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L26 features outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the L26 vs the E90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and E90.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon L26 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger L26 will have a benefit in sensor technology.