Nikon P90 vs Panasonic SZ7

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon P90 versus Panasonic SZ7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P90 was released 3 years prior to the SZ7 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the P90 matches up versus the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P90 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P90 has got physical dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the P90 against the SZ7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P90 and SZ7 is 70 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P90 and SZ7.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged P90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.