Nikon S9500 vs Olympus 7000

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S9500 vs Olympus 7000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and 7000 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was announced 4 years after the 7000 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S9500 scores versus the 7000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Olympus Stylus 7000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Olympus 7000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 has outer measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus 7000 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S9500 compared to the 7000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and 7000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9500 and 7000.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S9500 to give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern S9500 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.