Nikon P7000 vs Pentax E90

Lets look closer at the Nikon P7000 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly close but the P7000 (1/1.7") and E90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7000 was revealed 11 months after the E90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the P7000 matches up vs the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7000 features external measurements of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7000 vs the E90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and E90 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7000 and E90.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The P7000 comes with the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern P7000 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.