Nikon P90 vs Sony H300

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon P90 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P90 was unveiled 6 years prior to the H300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P90 matches up vs the H300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Nikon P90 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P90 provides outer measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P90 versus Sony H300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the P90 and the H300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P90 and H300 is 70 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and H300.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to deliver more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older P90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.