Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100
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![Nikon Coolpix P90 front Nikon Coolpix P90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P90/Nikon-P90-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S9100 front Nikon Coolpix S9100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100/Nikon-S9100-front.jpg)
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36 Features
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Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Announced February 2009
- Succeeded the Nikon P80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2011
- Updated by Nikon S9300
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Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
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.
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Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Nikon S9100
P90 | S9100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Nikon P90
S9100 | P90 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P90 and Nikon S9100
P90 | S9100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
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).
Take a look at the Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and S9100 is 70 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P90-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P90 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P90 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P90 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 400g (0.88 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $700 | $329 |