Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1
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![Nikon Coolpix S9300 front Nikon Coolpix S9300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300/Nikon-S9300-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon S9100
- Renewed by Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched April 2009
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Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S9300 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor measurements.
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The S9300 was announced 3 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S9300 scores against the HX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Sony HX1
S9300 | HX1 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | April 2009 | More recent by 40 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Nikon S9300
HX1 | S9300 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Sony HX1
S9300 | HX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 has exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S9300 versus Sony HX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S9300 against the HX1.
![Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.
![Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and HX1.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S9300 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S9300 will give extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent S9300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 sensor size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-07-16 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.9 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 544 grams (1.20 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | 200 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $249 | $47,999 |