Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90
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Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2010

Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S4300 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S4300 was launched 2 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S4300 matches up vs the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Pentax E90
S4300 | E90 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Nikon S4300
E90 | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Pentax E90
S4300 | E90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S4300 versus Pentax E90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S4300 against the E90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and E90.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S4300 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer S4300 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 6cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 pounds) | 145g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $119 | $100 |