Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90
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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced January 2010

Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S8100 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S8100 was brought out 8 months later than the E90 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S8100 scores vs the E90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Pentax E90
S8100 | E90 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Nikon S8100
E90 | S8100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Pentax E90
S8100 | E90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 has physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S8100 and Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S8100 and the E90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and E90.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S8100 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S8100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lb) | 145g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $100 |