Nikon S9500 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S9500 versus Sony WX50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was unveiled 13 months after the WX50 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S9500 scores versus the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Nikon S9500 versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S9500 vs the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and WX50 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and WX50.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S9500 should have an advantage in sensor technology.