Nikon S9500 vs Olympus VG-160

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S9500 and Olympus VG-160, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and VG-160 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was introduced 13 months later than the VG-160 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S9500 matches up versus the VG-160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Olympus VG-160. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 has exterior 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) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9500 and Olympus VG-160 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S9500 versus the VG-160.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and VG-160 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and VG-160.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer S9500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.