Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P90 was introduced 24 months earlier than the ZS10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P90 grades vs the ZS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P90 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P90 has exterior measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P90 versus the ZS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and ZS10 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and ZS10.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS10 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older P90 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.