Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V
Portability
91 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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91 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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Portability
66 Imaging
42 Features
55 Overall
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66 Imaging
42 Features
55 Overall
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Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V Key Specs
Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed July 2012
- Replaced the Nikon S9100
- Refreshed by Nikon S9500
Sony HX200V
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Announced May 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX100V
- Later Model is Sony HX300
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On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S9300 versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S9300 was released 3 months later than the HX200V so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S9300 matches up against the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Sony HX200V
| S9300 | HX200V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Nikon S9300
| HX200V | S9300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Sony HX200V
| S9300 | HX200V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2012 |  | May 2012 | Same generation |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9300 comes with outer dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S9300 versus Sony HX200V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S9300 versus the HX200V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and HX200V is 91 and 66 respectively.
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9300 and HX200V.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX200V to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S9300 Portrait photography advice
Sony HX200V Portrait photography advice
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
manual focus
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Nikon S9300 Street photography advice
Sony HX200V Street photography advice
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (215 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than average (583g)
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Nikon S9300 Sports photography information
Sony HX200V Sports photography information
amazing zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (200 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
long zoom range (27-810mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
good battery pack (450 CIPA)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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lighter than competition (215g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
no Time Lapse function
not so great battery life (200 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
good battery pack (450 shots)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (27mm)
very long reach (810mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (583g)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape photography with Nikon S9300
Landscape photography with Sony HX200V
really wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
not so great battery life (200 shots)
no Time Lapse function
manual focus
decently wide (27mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18MP)
good battery pack (450 per charge)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (215g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no external mic port
decently wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic socket
heavier than average (583 grams)
Photography Glossary
Nikon S9300 vs Sony HX200V Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-07-16 | 2012-05-11 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.9 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 12.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 583 grams (1.29 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 200 photos | 450 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $249 | $480 |
