Nikon S5100 vs Pentax E90

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S5100 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was released 7 months later than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S5100 grades against the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S5100 versus the E90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and E90.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S5100 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger S5100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.