Nikon S9900 vs Samsung TL500

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9900 and Samsung TL500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S9900 (16MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S9900 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S9900 was announced 4 years later than the TL500 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S9900 grades versus the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9900 has physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S9900 vs the TL500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and TL500 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9900 and TL500.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S9900 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon S9900 will deliver extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger S9900 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.