Nikon P600 vs Nikon S9100

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon P600 and Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the P600 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P600 was brought out 2 years later than the S9100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P600 grades vs the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P600 features outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the P600 versus the S9100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and S9100 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and S9100.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P600 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger P600 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.