Nikon P300 vs Pentax E90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon P300 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was announced 17 months later than the E90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P300 scores against the E90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Nikon P300 vs Pentax E90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the P300 versus the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and E90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and E90.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon P300 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer P300 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.