Nikon S9500 vs Sony W800

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S9500 vs Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was brought out 12 months prior to the W800 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the S9500 matches up versus the W800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 comes with 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 W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9500 vs Sony W800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9500 compared to the W800.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and W800 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and W800.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W800 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S9500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.