Nikon S9300 vs Nikon S9500

Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon S9300 and Nikon S9500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was released 6 months prior to the S9500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S9300 grades versus the S9500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 enjoys outside dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9300 and Nikon S9500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S9300 and the S9500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and S9500 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9300 and S9500.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S9500 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.