Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Nikon Coolpix S9900

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and the Nikon Coolpix S9900, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 was introduced in February 2010 and Nikon Coolpix S9900 was introduced in February 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 1.3 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Nikon Coolpix S9900 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • 7.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S1600 over Nikon Coolpix S9900.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Nikon Coolpix S9900
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/4.8 vs f/6.4
      Min Normal Focus Distance 40 cm vs 50 cm
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Speaker Mono vs

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S9900

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S9900 over Fujifilm FinePix S1600.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Nikon Coolpix S9900
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4608 x 3456
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 28 mm vs 25 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 420 mm vs 750 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 15x vs 30x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/4.0 vs f/3.7
      Min Macro Focus Distance 2 cm vs 1 cm
      Screen Type Fixed vs Fully Articulated
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 921k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 1.3 fps vs 7.0 fps
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 1920 x 1080
      HDMI Output vs Micro
      Built-in GPS vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) vs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Nikon Coolpix S9900
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Nikon Coolpix S9900
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900 have 3.0" screens with 230k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a Fixed screen Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

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      Nikon Coolpix S9900 with Fully Articulated screen


      Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 99% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Nikon Coolpix S9900.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Nikon Coolpix S9900 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 224, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S9900 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS on Nikon Coolpix S9900

      Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S9900

      Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      NFC

      Cameras have Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Nikon Coolpix S9900 comes with EN-EL19 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S1600, and up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S9900. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can shoot continuously up to 1.3 fps. Nikon Coolpix S9900 can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.40 m on Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and 6.00 m at Auto ISO on Nikon Coolpix S9900..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 body has dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.87 x 3.19") and Nikon Coolpix S9900 body has dimensions of 112 x 66 x 40 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.57"). Fujifilm FinePix S1600 weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S9900 weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      110 mm

      73 mm

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      112 mm

      66 mm

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      66 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      GOOD
      70
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Nikon Coolpix S9900 and give them scores of 55 and 65 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      OVERALL
      55
      OVERALL
      65

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      80
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      GOOD
      74
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      POOR
      53
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      81
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Nikon Coolpix S9900

      POOR
      46
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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