Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S9900

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S9900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was introduced 4 years before the S9900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores versus the S9900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX500 has physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9900 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus the S9900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and S9900 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX500 and S9900.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S9900 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX500 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.