Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon S9900

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was manufactured 4 years before the S9900 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up vs the S9900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL300 provides external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon S9900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the S9900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL300 and S9900 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and S9900.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S9900 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 will be behind in sensor tech.