Nikon S4300 vs Sony HX90V

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S4300 and Sony HX90V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was released 4 years earlier than the HX90V and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the S4300 grades versus the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 versus the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and HX90V.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older S4300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.