Nikon P510 vs Nikon D90

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon P510 versus Nikon D90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the P510 (16MP) and D90 (12MP) and the P510 (1/2.3") and D90 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The P510 was released 3 years later than the D90 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D90 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the P510 grades vs the D90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Nikon D90. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P510 Gallery & Nikon D90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Nikon D90 has proportions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the P510 versus the D90.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P510 and D90 is 66 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P510 and D90.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P510 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon P510 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer P510 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.