Nikon S9500 vs Olympus SP-100

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S9500 versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was announced 12 months prior to the SP-100 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the S9500 grades vs the SP-100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 has outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S9500 and the SP-100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and SP-100 is 92 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and SP-100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S9500 to offer you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S9500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.