Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900
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![Fujifilm S9800 front Fujifilm S9800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-S9800/Fujifilm-S9800-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched February 2016
- Successor is Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S9800 versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S9800 was announced 13 months earlier than the A900 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores against the A900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Nikon A900
Fujifilm S9800 | A900 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Fujifilm S9800
A900 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2015 | Newer by 13 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon A900
Fujifilm S9800 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon A900 has measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S9800 versus Nikon A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 compared to the A900.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 size comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and A900 is 61 and 88 respectively.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9800 and A900.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S9800 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon A900 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix A900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lb) | 289 grams (0.64 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $400 |