Nikon S8100 vs Sony H90

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S8100 versus Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was brought out 17 months earlier than the H90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S8100 matches up versus the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 features outer measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S8100 and the H90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and H90 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and H90.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony H90 to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older S8100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.