Nikon S9100 vs Sony W620

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S9100 vs Sony W620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was revealed 5 months prior to the W620 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S9100 matches up against the W620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9100 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9100 vs Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S9100 versus the W620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and W620.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W620 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively.