Nikon P330 vs Pentax W90

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P330 versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the P330 (1/1.7") and W90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The P330 was released 3 years later than the W90 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P330 scores vs the W90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P330 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the P330 and the W90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P330 and W90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and W90.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The P330 uses the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The more modern P330 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.