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Nikon Coolpix P90

12.1 megapixels, first seen: 6 January 2009

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  • User Score (574)
    8.3 8.3 from 574 reviewers
  • Expert Score (33)
    7.6 7.6 from 33 reviewers
  • Design (7)
    8.8 8.8 from 7 reviewers
  • Value for money (17)
    7.5 7.5 from 17 reviewers
  • Features (19)
    9.0 9.0 from 19 reviewers
  • Ease of use (17)
    8.2 8.2 from 17 reviewers
  • Performance (50)
    8.4 8.4 from 50 reviewers
  • Picture quality (60)
    7.4 7.4 from 60 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • fast and convenient, good battery life, amazing zoom, adjustable lcd for odd, adjustable pre
  • plastic feel, no raw file option, lag shutter delay, learning curve, no raw mode

12.1 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches. This is plenty of sharp resolution to capture the finest details, crop creatively and produce incredible enlargements.

Amazing 24x Optical Wide-Angle (26-624mm) Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens - quality optics provide exceptional images. The lens is built on a proud heritage of producing precision camera optics that deliver superb color and razor-sharp results. This amazing lens offers unbeatable compositional…

Specifications

  • Format
    SLR-like
  • Max resolution
    4000 x 3000
  • Low resolution
    3264 x 2448, 3984 x 2656, 3968 x 2232, 2992 x 2992, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480
  • Image ratio w:h
    16:9, 4:3, 3:2
  • Effective pixels
    12.1 million
  • Sensor photo detectors
    12.7 million
  • Sensor size
    1/2.33 " (6.13 x 4.60 mm, 0.28 cm²)
  • Pixel density
    43 MP/cm²
  • Sensor type
    CCD

Release Date

  • First seen
    6 January 2009

Nikon Coolpix P90

The Nikon Coolpix P90 is a digital SLR that utilizes a 1/2.33-inch CCD image sensor with 12.1-megapixel and capture images up to a resolution of 2592 x 1944(on 5M mode). The camera features a 3.0 inch diagonal 230 K TFT LCD Monitor Type with Vari-angle, supports ISO sensitivity 64 – 6400, and allows users to store images on its internal 47 MB memory. The P90 supports SD/SDHC storage media. It utilizes a NIKKOR ED Glass lens with 24x optical zoom and image stabilization. The camera …

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Nikon Coolpix P90

The Nikon Coolpix P90 is a digital SLR that utilizes a 1/2.33-inch CCD image sensor with 12.1-megapixel and capture images up to a resolution of 2592 x 1944(on 5M mode). The camera features a 3.0 inch diagonal 230 K TFT LCD Monitor Type with Vari-angle, supports ISO sensitivity 64 – 6400, and allows users to store images on its internal 47 MB memory. The P90 supports SD/SDHC storage media. It utilizes a NIKKOR ED Glass lens with 24x optical zoom and image stabilization. The camera supports movie recording up to 640 x 480 resolution, hi-speed USB connectivity, Exposure Modes, Scene Modes, Face Detection (up to 12 faces can be detected), Scene Auto Selector camera automatically changes up to 6 scene modes to match scene) and Motion Detection (camera detects camera shake and makes adjustments reduce image blur). The P90 is powered by a rechargeable EN-EL5 Lithium-ion battery that provides up to 230 shots on CIPA and comes with a EH-62A AC Adapter. The P90 measures 83 x 114 x 99 mm and weighs 400g.

Features

The Nikon Coolpix P90 is a 12 megapixel dSLR with 24x wide-angle zoom lens, focal range of 26-624 mm, VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization system to reduce camera-shake, a 3-inch tilting LCD screen, an electronic viewfinder for image composition, exposure controls with Auto, Program, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority and full Manual mode, and an ISO range of 64-6400 (High ISO light sensitivity (3200/6400 at 3 megapixels, or 1600 at full resolution) reduces the risk of blurred images). The P90 features Motion Detection option that detects and compensates for both camera and subject movement. Other features on the Nikon Coolpix P90 include Face-priority Autofocus that can detect up to 12 faces in a scene, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically processes the picture to remove red-eye; Blink Warning alerts users when someone in the frame had their eyes closed, and the Smile Timer automatically takes the picture when a smile is detected. The camera also features the Optimize Image option that allows users to tweak the look and feel of images before taking them, with 6 presets and a Custom option. The P90 takes 1.4 frames per second on continuous shooting mode on its highest resolution setting. The Nikon Coolpix P90 include D-Lighting technology that brightens the shadow areas of an image on-camera and Quick Retouch after the photo is taken, an SD compatible memory card slot and 47MB of internal memory.

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Reviews of Nikon Coolpix P90

  1. Nikon COOLPIX P90

    Reviewer: Camera Labs
    1 April 2009
    Overall 8
    8.1
     

    Nikon\u2019s COOLPIX P90 is the latest in a steady stream of new super-zoom digital cameras, and looks promising from the outset with a longer range and higher resolution than many key rivals. With 12.1 Megapixels and a 24x optical zoom range, it out specifies both the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28, which are leaders in this market. Indeed only the 26x zoom range of the Olympus SP-590UZ stops Nikon\u2019s latest from claiming the crown of... Read more

  2. Nikon Coolpix P90

    Reviewer: CNET
    15 June 2009
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Design 7
    7.0
    Features 7
    7.0
    Performance 8
    8.0
    Picture quality 6
    6.0
     

    The bottom line: While the Nikon Coolpix P90 brings its performance up to speed with the rest of its class, it now falls behind in photo quality. Read more

  3. Nikon Coolpix P90

    Reviewer: Neo Camera
    26 May 2009
    Overall 5
    5.0
     

    Take a very wide-angle stabilized 24X optical zoom lens and ad full-manual controls, that is the Nikon Coolpix P90. It is freedom to compose and expose to your liking, from close or far. Read more

  4. Nikon Coolpix P90 Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    4 August 2009
    Overall 8
    7.5
     

    After checking reputable online sites for prices, we found the P90 for around $360, which on the face of it doesn’t seem too bad. But – and it’s a big but – the Sony DSC-HX1 goes for $50 more. This is the best Ulysses Grant you’ll ever spend, even though the zoom is less powerful (see our review here for the details). The Sony’s Sweep Panorama, 10 fps shooting and 1080P put it way ahead of this Coolpix. Then again, there may be people who don’t care one... Read more

  5. Coolpix P90

    10 September 2009
    Overall 7
    7.0
     

    The Nikon Coolpix P90 is a good camera, with a reasonable price point for an ultrazoom camera. However, it comes into a market that is rife with competition, and doesn't fare well by comparison. When we subjected it to our battery of tests, we were happy with color accuracy and image noise, but the lens tended to distort images heavily, and the image stabilization system wasn't up to scratch. One of the great disappointments of this camera is its standard definition... Read more

  1. My Cam

    Reviewer: Abes of Maine
    19 December 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Hey guys..its really good to use. Before i was using sony cybershot. When i was buying this camera i thought this is a big camera and its not handy to like my sony..but its really handy guys..i really love it.. Read more

  2. is very complicated to make good pics..

    Reviewer: J&R
    4 January 2010
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    in the wed the people say bat things about this camera, i try and try day and day to make a good pics whit this, i know is a camera for photographer specializad.... i like nikon but i don know is the camera what is bad... the piscs had lots of noise Read more

  3. Great camera

    Reviewer: Amazon
    4 March 2010 See Product at Amazon ($299.99)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This is really a very good camera in range of $400. Frankly speaking if u r interested in DSLR, then don't go for it. But if u r looking for good camera (but not DSLR). This has very good results & good features. Must buy if u r interested in 24 x zoom + 12 mega pixel camera. So overall it's a great deal. Read more or see product

  4. Reviewer: DP Review
    15 March 2010
    Overall 9
    9.4
     

    Needing a small camera to carry with me at all choosing the p90 was an easy choice. Rather than carrying a dslr the research payed off under the extreme conditions of winter in Fairbanks Alaska and riding my bicycle while shooting (yes in the winter) it was a good choice. The intentions were to use it for test shots and after seeing the results it soon became the main camera. Read more

  5. Don't do it...spend a few more dollars

    Reviewer: I care about your hard earned money, CameraWorld.com
    9 December 2009
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    I bought this camera on sale, they offered $100 off. I should have passed. The images are grainy, image stabalization is there (technically) but does not seem to do very much. I was looking for a smaller camera to carry around, but I guess you get what you pay for (maybe not in this case). I was/am very disappointed Nikon would allow such a poor performing camera to wear its name. I would rename this the "Black Sheep" of Nikon's cameras. Do yourself a favor, buy an SLR... Read more

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