Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB2200F

Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon S9500 and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was launched 11 months before the WB2200F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S9500 grades against the WB2200F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung WB2200F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung WB2200F has measurements of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9500 and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S9500 against the WB2200F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and WB2200F is 92 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and WB2200F.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older S9500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.