Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX100V

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S9300 and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was manufactured 9 months after the HX100V so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S9300 grades vs the HX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 has physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9300 and Sony HX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S9300 versus the HX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and HX100V.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S9300 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.