Nikon S9900 vs Sony H70

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon S9900 and Sony H70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was introduced 4 years later than the H70 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the S9900 matches up against the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9900 comes with 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) and the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9900 and Sony H70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S9900 vs the H70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and H70 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9900 and H70.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent S9900 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.