Nikon S9300 vs Sony RX1R

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S9300 vs Sony RX1R, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The S9300 was introduced 11 months before the RX1R and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S9300 matches up against the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 features external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S9300 versus the RX1R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and RX1R.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S9300 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R will give greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S9300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.