Nikon P90 vs Samsung WB210

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon P90 versus Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P90 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P90 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WB210 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P90 grades versus the WB210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Samsung WB210. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P90 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P90 enjoys physical dimensions 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 Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P90 against the WB210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and WB210 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P90 and WB210.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB210 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged P90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.