Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90
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Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012

Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S4300 was brought out around the same time to the H90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S4300 scores vs the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Sony H90
S4300 | H90 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Nikon S4300
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Sony H90
S4300 | H90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 has got external measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S4300 vs the H90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and H90.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 290 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $119 | $230 |