Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST90

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S2900 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and ST90 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2900 was brought out 4 years after the ST90 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S2900 matches up versus the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S2900 & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S2900 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S2900 has outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S2900 vs the ST90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2900 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2900 and ST90.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S2900 to offer you more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher S2900 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.