Canon A2200 vs Nikon S9300

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon A2200 vs Nikon S9300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was brought out 18 months earlier than the S9300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A2200 scores against the S9300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2200 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A2200 compared to the S9300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and S9300 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2200 and S9300.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S9300 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older A2200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.