Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S9500

Following is a detailed overview of the Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S9500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Nikon. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was released 12 months prior to the S9500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3300 matches up versus the S9500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9500 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S3300 and the S9500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and S9500 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and S9500.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged S3300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.