Nikon S9300 vs Sony WX150

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S9300 vs Sony WX150, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was introduced 5 months later than the WX150 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S9300 scores versus the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 enjoys outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9300 vs Sony WX150 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S9300 and the WX150.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and WX150.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX150 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively.