FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon S9100

Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S1600 versus Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 17 months earlier than the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1600 grades versus the S9100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1600 versus Nikon S9100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S1600 and the S9100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and S9100 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and S9100.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.