Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon S9900

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S4500 versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was brought out 4 years before the S9900 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S4500 matches up vs the S9900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4500 features exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S4500 versus Nikon S9900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 versus the S9900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and S9900 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4500 and S9900.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S9900 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.