Nikon S100 vs Pentax W90

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S100 and Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 19 months after the W90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S100 scores against the W90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 has external measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S100 and Pentax W90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S100 compared to the W90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and W90.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S100 to result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S100 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.