Nikon S5300 vs Pentax E90

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S5300 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was manufactured 4 years after the E90 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5300 scores against the E90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5300 features external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has measurements 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S5300 compared to the E90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5300 and E90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S5300 to offer you more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer S5300 should have an advantage in sensor tech.