Nikon S9100 vs Sony HX1

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S9100 vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the S9100 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The S9100 was launched 2 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S9100 matches up versus the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9100 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S9100 against the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and HX1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S9100 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S9100 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent S9100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.