Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160
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Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon S9900 versus Olympus VG-160, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9900 was launched 3 years after the VG-160 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S9900 matches up against the VG-160 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Olympus VG-160
S9900 | VG-160 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 38 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Nikon S9900
VG-160 | S9900 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Olympus VG-160
S9900 | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9900 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S9900 versus Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S9900 and the VG-160.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and VG-160 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9900 and VG-160.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S9900 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger S9900 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9900 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Olympus VG-160 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 165 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $90 |