Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Superseded the Nikon P80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
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").

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.

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Panasonic ZS10
P90 | ZS10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Nikon P90
ZS10 | P90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P90 and Panasonic ZS10
P90 | ZS10 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
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.

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 400 grams (0.88 pounds) | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $700 | $350 |