Nikon S800c vs Nikon S9500

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S800c versus Nikon S9500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S800c was introduced about the same time to the S9500 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S800c grades vs the S9500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S9500 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S800c versus Nikon S9500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S800c versus the S9500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S800c and S9500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and S9500.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S9500 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.