Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S9500

The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S5100 and Nikon S9500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and S9500 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was brought out 3 years before the S9500 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S5100 scores against the S9500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S5100 vs the S9500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and S9500 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and S9500.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S5100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.