Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500
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Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Replaced the Nikon S9300
- Renewed by Nikon S9700
Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S4100 versus Nikon S9500, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the S4100 (14MP) and S9500 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S4100 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the S9500 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon S4100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S4100 matches up versus the S9500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Nikon S9500
S4100 | S9500 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Nikon S4100
S9500 | S4100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2011 | More modern by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Nikon S9500
S4100 | S9500 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S4100 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S9500 has sizing 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 S4100 versus Nikon S9500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S4100 versus the S9500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and S9500 is 99 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4100 and S9500.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S9500 to render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S4100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4100 vs Nikon S9500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-550mm (22.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $140 | $230 |