Nikon S6200 vs Pentax E90

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S6200 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was unveiled 20 months later than the E90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6200 grades versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 provides outside measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S6200 versus the E90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and E90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S6200 to resolve more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S6200 provides an edge in sensor tech.