Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the SZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S9500 scores against the SZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic SZ10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S9500 against the SZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and SZ10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and SZ10.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S9500 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S9500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.