Nikon S9500 vs Samsung SL202

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S9500 and Samsung SL202, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was manufactured 4 years later than the SL202 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S9500 scores versus the SL202 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 provides 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) whilst the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9500 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S9500 vs the SL202.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and SL202 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and SL202.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to give greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger S9500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.