Nikon P7800 vs Sony H90

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P7800 vs Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and H90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was announced 22 months later than the H90 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the P7800 matches up against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7800 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7800 vs Sony H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the P7800 against the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and H90 is 82 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and H90.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7800 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony H90 will deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger P7800 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.