Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon S9900

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm XP150 versus Nikon S9900, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was announced 4 years before the S9900 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP150 matches up versus the S9900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP150 versus Nikon S9900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 vs the S9900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and S9900 is 92 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP150 and S9900.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S9900 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP150 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.