Nikon S9500 vs Sony H70

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S9500 versus Sony H70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was launched 2 years later than the H70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S9500 grades versus the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need 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 Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Nikon S9500 versus Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S9500 compared to the H70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and H70 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9500 and H70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S9500 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer S9500 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.