Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S9900

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S4300 versus Nikon S9900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was unveiled 4 years prior to the S9900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S4300 scores vs the S9900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 has external measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S4300 versus Nikon S9900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 and the S9900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and S9900 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and S9900.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older S4300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.