Nikon P600 vs Nikon S9900

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon P600 and Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P600 was introduced 12 months before the S9900 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P600 grades versus the S9900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P600 offers outside measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 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).

Look at the Nikon P600 and Nikon S9900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P600 compared to the S9900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P600 and S9900 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and S9900.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged P600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.