Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90
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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Released February 2009
- Older Model is Nikon P80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P90 versus Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe P90 was revealed 3 years before the FX90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P90 matches up vs the FX90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P90 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Panasonic FX90
P90 | FX90 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Nikon P90
FX90 | P90 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P90 and Panasonic FX90
P90 | FX90 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P90 has got exterior 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 Panasonic FX90 has dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P90 versus Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P90 against the FX90.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and FX90 is 70 and 95 respectively.
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and FX90.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged P90 will be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 400 gr (0.88 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $700 | $227 |