Nikon S9300 vs Sony W800

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S9300 and Sony W800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was revealed 19 months prior to the W800 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S9300 grades versus the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9300 features outer 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 W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9300 and Sony W800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S9300 and the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and W800 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and W800.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W800 to render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S9300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.