Nikon S8100 vs Nikon S9900

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S8100 and Nikon S9900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and S9900 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was introduced 5 years earlier than the S9900 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S8100 grades against the S9900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 provides external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S8100 and the S9900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and S9900 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and S9900.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S9900 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older S8100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.