Nikon P500 vs Nikon P90

Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon P500 vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the P500 (12MP) and the P90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P500 was unveiled 2 years later than the P90 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the P500 grades versus the P90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The full galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P500 provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Nikon P90 has specifications of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P500 against the P90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P500 and P90 is 67 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P500 and P90.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern P500 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.