Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon S9900

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX160 IS versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 19 months prior to the S9900 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX160 IS scores versus the S9900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX160 IS against the S9900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and S9900 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and S9900.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SX160 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.