Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710
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![Nikon Coolpix S9900 front Nikon Coolpix S9900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900/Nikon-S9900-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Overview
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.
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Sony W710
S9900 | W710 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 26 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Nikon S9900
W710 | S9900 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Sony W710
S9900 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing |
Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and W710 is 88 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9900 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 pounds) | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 240 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
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 | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $90 |