Nikon P90 vs Olympus 1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon P90 vs Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the 1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P90 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P90 was introduced 5 years prior to the 1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the P90 matches up against the 1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Olympus Stylus 1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P90 Gallery & Olympus 1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P90 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Olympus 1 has dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the P90 and the 1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P90 and 1 is 70 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P90 and 1.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The P90 uses the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged P90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.