Nikon P80 vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon P80 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P80 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the HX90V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P80 scores vs the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P80 provides exterior 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 Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P80 versus Sony HX90V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P80 compared to the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and HX90V is 75 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P80 and HX90V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX90V to render greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older P80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.