Nikon P80 vs Pentax X90

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon P80 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the P80 (10MP) and the X90 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P80 was unveiled 17 months prior to the X90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P80 grades vs the X90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P80 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P80 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the P80 and the X90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and X90 is 75 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and X90.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax X90 to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.