Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon S5100

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon S5100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and S5100 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was introduced 4 years later than the S5100 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S5100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades versus the S5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9900w features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S5100 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w compared to the S5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and S5100 is 61 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and S5100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9900w is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.