Nikon S1000pj vs Sony HX90V

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S1000pj versus Sony HX90V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was released 6 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1000pj matches up versus the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj offers outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj and the HX90V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and HX90V.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX90V to show greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be behind in sensor technology.