Canon S90 vs Nikon S9500

Its time to look closer at the Canon S90 and Nikon S9500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S90 (10MP) and S9500 (18MP) and the S90 (1/1.7") and S9500 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The S90 was introduced 3 years earlier than the S9500 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S90 grades versus the S9500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S90 & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S90 Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon S90 features outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9500 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S90 and Nikon S9500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S90 against the S9500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S90 and S9500 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S90 and S9500.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S90 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S9500 will resolve more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S90 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.