Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S9300

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S9300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and S9300 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was launched 3 years earlier than the S9300 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S1000pj matches up vs the S9300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj has got outside measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S9300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1000pj and the S9300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and S9300 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and S9300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S9300 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.