Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S9900

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S5200 versus Nikon S9900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was manufactured 24 months prior to the S9900 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S5200 grades vs the S9900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 features physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S5200 vs the S9900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and S9900 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and S9900.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S5200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.