Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S9900 and Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was announced 2 years later than the W710 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S9900 matches up against the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9900 has 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 Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Nikon S9900 and Sony W710 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S9900 vs the W710.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and W710 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S9900 and W710.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S9900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.