Canon M vs Nikon S9500

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon M and Nikon S9500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is relatively similar but the M (APS-C) and S9500 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M was manufactured 6 months prior to the S9500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M scores vs the S9500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M provides physical dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon S9500 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Canon M and Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the M against the S9500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M and S9500 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and S9500.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The M has the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler.