Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80
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![Nikon Coolpix S9900 front Nikon Coolpix S9900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900/Nikon-S9900-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio W80 front Pentax Optio W80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-W80/Pentax-W80-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 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
- Revealed February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Released June 2009
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Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S9900 and Pentax W80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S9900 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S9900 was launched 5 years after the W80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S9900 grades vs the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Pentax W80
S9900 | W80 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 69 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Nikon S9900
W80 | S9900 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Pentax W80
S9900 | W80 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9900 provides external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S9900 and Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S9900 against the W80.
![Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Pentax-Optio-W80-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and W80 is 88 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Pentax-Optio-W80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9900 and W80.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S9900 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S9900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 sensor size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Pentax-Optio-W80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Pentax-Optio-W80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9900 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $300 | $250 |