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Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V

Portability
88
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon Coolpix S9900 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs

Nikon S9900
(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
  • Announced February 2015
  • Replaced the Nikon S9700
Sony HX9V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
  • Introduced July 2011
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was revealed 3 years after the HX9V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S9900 matches up against the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Sony HX9V

 S9900 HX9V 
IntroducedFebruary 2015July 2011Newer by 44 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Nikon S9900

 HX9V S9900 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX9V

 S9900 HX9V 
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Screen resolution921k921kExact same screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S9900 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S9900 vs the HX9V.

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and HX9V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9900 and HX9V.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger S9900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V sensor size comparison

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S9900 Portrait photography information
Sony HX9V Portrait photography information
37
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
no manual focus
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
39
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S9900
Street photography with Sony HX9V
68
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (289g)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S9900
Sports photography with Sony HX9V
53
amazing zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S9900 Travel photography highlights
Sony HX9V Travel photography highlights
77
lighter than competitors in class (289 grams)
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (25mm)
long zoom (750mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
69
lighter than competition (245 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S9900 Landscape photography features
Sony HX9V Landscape photography features
47
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
49
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S9900 as a Vlogging camera
Sony HX9V as a Vlogging camera
73
decently wide (25mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (289g)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
missing mic jack
33
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (245g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone support
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony HX9V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S9900 and Sony HX9V
 Nikon Coolpix S9900Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S9900 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2015-02-10 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-750mm (30.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-6.4 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 921 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) 4.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 289g (0.64 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL19 NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $300 $328