Nikon S9900 vs Sony WX350

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S9900 and Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was introduced 13 months later than the WX350 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S9900 scores vs the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9900 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9900 and Sony WX350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S9900 and the WX350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and WX350 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9900 and WX350.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX350 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent S9900 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.