Nikon P300 vs Sony H90

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon P300 and Sony H90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 9 months earlier than the H90 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the P300 scores against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P300 compared to the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and H90 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and H90.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H90 to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged P300 will be behind in sensor innovation.