Nikon S2900 vs Nikon D5500

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon S2900 vs Nikon D5500, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S2900 (20MP) and the D5500 (24MP) is relatively similar but the S2900 (1/2.3") and D5500 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The S2900 was launched at a similar time to the D5500 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S2900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D5500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S2900 matches up against the D5500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Nikon D5500. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Nikon D5500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Nikon D5500 has specifications of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S2900 vs Nikon D5500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S2900 compared to the D5500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2900 and D5500 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2900 and D5500.

As you can tell, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S2900 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon D5500 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.