Nikon S9500 vs Sony HX5

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S9500 and Sony HX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the S9500 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S9500 was brought out 2 years later than the HX5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S9500 grades versus the HX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S9500 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S9500 and Sony HX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9500 against the HX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and HX5.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S9500 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S9500 will provide greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S9500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.