Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980
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Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- New Model is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S9100 versus Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe S9100 was launched 2 years later than the S980 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S9100 grades versus the S980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Sony S980
S9100 | S980 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | February 2009 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Nikon S9100
S980 | S9100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Sony S980
S9100 | S980 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9100 comes with outside measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S9100 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S9100 versus the S980.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and S980.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger S9100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S9100 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $329 | $300 |