Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V
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Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Revealed April 2015
Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S100 and Sony HX90V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S100 was launched 4 years before the HX90V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S100 matches up versus the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Sony HX90V
S100 | HX90V | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX90V over the Nikon S100
HX90V | S100 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | August 2011 | Newer by 44 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 820k | Clearer screen (+101k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Sony HX90V
S100 | HX90V | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 features external measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S100 and Sony HX90V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S100 and the HX90V.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and HX90V.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX90V to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S100 will be behind in sensor technology.
Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S100 vs Sony HX90V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2015-04-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 820 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 638 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
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 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 images | 360 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $240 | $440 |