Nikon P7100 vs Sony H90

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon P7100 and Sony H90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the P7100 (10MP) and H90 (16MP) and the P7100 (1/1.7") and H90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The P7100 was unveiled at a similar time to the H90 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P7100 matches up against the H90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7100 has outside dimensions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7100 and Sony H90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7100 compared to the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P7100 and H90 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P7100 and H90.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7100 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony H90 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively.