Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P90 was revealed 3 years before the S9100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P90 scores vs the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P90 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P90 has outer measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the P90 versus the S9100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and S9100 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and S9100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older P90 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.