Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replacement is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Announced February 2009
- Replaced the Nikon P80
Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L810 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and P90 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe L810 was launched 3 years after the P90 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L810 matches up against the P90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon P90
L810 | P90 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 37 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Nikon L810
P90 | L810 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon P90
L810 | P90 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon P90 has proportions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
See the Nikon L810 and Nikon P90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the L810 compared to the P90.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and P90 is 74 and 70 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and P90.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon L810 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern L810 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 gr (0.95 pounds) | 400 gr (0.88 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $280 | $700 |