Nikon
D90
Historic enthusiast DX DSLR — first Nikon with HD video (720p24), 12.3MP sensor, 11-point AF, built-in flash commander, and proven F-mount ergonomics.
$999
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Last updated June 2026
Key specs at a glance
Resolution
12.3 MP
Sensor
APS-C
ISO max
25,600
Burst
15 fps
4K
60 fps
IBIS
6-stop
Weight
520 g
Battery
640 shots
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Sensor size
Nikon D90
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Nikon F mount
90
First-party
180
Third-party
270+
Total available
Mount introduced 1959
Body size, to scale
Front view
Width × Height
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Back view
Width × Height — same proportions as the front
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85.6 × 54 mm
Top view
Width × Depth (front-to-back)
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85.6 × 54 mm
138 × 98 × 88 mm · 520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
Best for
Use-case scores
Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.
Portrait
Fair- · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably
- · In-body stabilization for handheld shooting
Sports & Action
Excellent- · 15fps burst — fast action ready
- · 493 AF points — good coverage
Video & Hybrid
Good- · 4K recording
- · 4K 60p smooth motion
Landscape
Limited- · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions
- · IBIS enables slower handheld shutter speeds
Travel
Good- · 520g — compact and travel-friendly
- · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting
Wildlife
Excellent- · Bird AF subject recognition
- · Animal subject recognition
Vlogging
Good- · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs
- · IBIS reduces handheld shake
Pros
- ✓ First Nikon DSLR with HD video
- ✓ Built-in flash commander
- ✓ Mature F-mount ecosystem
- ✓ Strong used value for learning
- ✓ Live View with contrast AF
Cons
- – 12.3MP dated resolution
- – 720p video only
- – 4.5 fps burst
- – No modern connectivity
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Full specifications
Verified specs · Nikon D90