Nikon L820 vs Nikon S9900

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon L820 versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L820 was launched 24 months prior to the S9900 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L820 grades versus the S9900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L820 Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L820 comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L820 versus Nikon S9900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L820 and the S9900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and S9900 is 72 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L820 and S9900.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older L820 will be behind in sensor tech.