Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX99

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is fairly comparable but the S9900 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The S9900 was unveiled 4 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9900 scores versus the HX99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9900 offers exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S9900 and the HX99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and HX99 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9900 and HX99.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S9900 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony HX99 will produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older S9900 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.