Nikon D90
The 12.3MP DX-format CMOS sensor paired with EXPEED processing delivers clean images with natural color rendition, making it a historically significant body as the first DSLR to offer 720p HD video recording. Its 11-point autofocus system and 3-inch LCD remain serviceable for deliberate shooting, though the fixed screen and lack of stabilization limit modern flexibility. This camera is best for photography students and enthusiasts who want an affordable, durable platform to learn manual exposure and lens-based techniques without video-centric features.
Type DSLR
Sensor 12.3MP aps-c
AF Points 11 pts
Video 720p
17 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)
- Below average af (2nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average video (25th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 12.3 MP |
| Processor | EXPEED |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 11 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 720p |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon D90 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | DSLR | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 12.3MP aps-c | 40.2MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 11 | 425 | 759 | 779 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 120 | 75 | 40 | 120 |
| Video | 720p | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 579 | 646 | 575 | 608 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon D90 | 2.3 | 39.9 | 35.2 | 33.9 | 24.6 | 70.4 | 47 | 29.5 | 17.2 | 0 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 24 | 96 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.8 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.5 | 96.7 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 22 | 89.2 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.8 | 91.3 | 95 | 92.6 | 90.5 | 66.2 | 97.5 | 98.8 | 96.1 | 14.6 | 99.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.7 | 96 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17.6 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
- Overall16.9
- Video18.2
- Travel10.8
- Youtube11
- Beginner5.6
- Vlogging3.2
- Streaming6.7
- Photography20.6
- Wedding Events15.3
- Sports Wildlife14.4
- Product Photography25.4
A full written review is coming soon. The specs, scores, prices and charts above are always up to date.
