Nikon S9900 vs Sony WX300

The following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S9900 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was introduced 24 months after the WX300 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S9900 grades against the WX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9900 has got physical measurements 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 WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S9900 compared to the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and WX300 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S9900 and WX300.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX300 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S9900 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.