Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon S9500

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm S1 versus Nikon S9500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was revealed 12 months after the S9500 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S1 scores versus the S9500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 comes with physical dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S1 versus Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the S9500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and S9500 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S1 and S9500.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.