Nikon P520 vs Sony H90

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon P520 and Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P520 was manufactured 12 months after the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P520 scores against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P520 provides outside dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P520 and Sony H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the P520 compared to the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P520 and H90 is 66 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and H90.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P520 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher P520 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.