Nikon S9100 vs Sony H200

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S9100 vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was launched 17 months prior to the H200 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S9100 grades vs the H200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 has physical measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9100 vs Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S9100 against the H200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and H200 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and H200.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H200 to render more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older S9100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.