Nikon Coolpix S9900

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    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
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    Overview

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 was announced in 2015 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) Standard Compact camera with 16 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 6,400. The camera has a Fully Articulated 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Screen
    5. Sensor
    6. Photography Features
    7. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    8. Other Features
    9. Physical Parameters
    10. For Different Types of Photography
    11. Evaluation
    12. Specifications  

    Here is the Nikon Coolpix S9xxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Nikon Coolpix S9xxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
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    2015    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon S9700
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    		February
    2014    		 16.0 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon S9500
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    		January
    2013    		 18.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 1,600 Fixed 3.0"
    614k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon S9300
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    		July
    2012    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
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    		July
    2011    		 12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 160 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Nikon Coolpix S9900 vs Coolpix S9700 vs Coolpix S9500 vs Coolpix S9300 vs Coolpix S9100.

    Pros and Cons

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

    PROS

    •   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

    •   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

    •   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

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Nikon Coolpix S9900 to its predecessor Coolpix S9700 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Nikon Coolpix S9900 vs Nikon Coolpix S9700
    Lower Native ISO 100 vs 125
    Timelapse Recording vs
    Multi Area Autofocus vs
    Continuous Autofocus vs
    Live View Autofocus vs
    Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
    Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps vs 6.9 fps
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
    DOWNGRADES Nikon Coolpix S9900 vs Nikon Coolpix S9700
    Sensor Type CMOS vs BSI-CMOS
    Speaker vs Mono
    Heavier 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz) vs 232 g (0.51 lb / 8.18 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix S9900 vs Coolpix S9700.

    Screen

    Fully Articulated screen

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 921k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes this camera selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

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    Nikon Coolpix S9900 with Fully Articulated screen

    Sensor

    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 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

    Photography Features

    Camera can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix S9900.

    Nikon S9100
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Nikon S9500
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    1/2.3-inch

    18.1 MP

    Nikon S9300
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Nikon S9700
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    1/2.3-inch

    16.0 MP

    Panasonic GH5S
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    Micro Four Thirds

    10.28 MP

    Canon R7
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Nikon Z30
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    APS-C

    20.9 MP

    Sony a6100
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon 70D
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    APS-C

    20.2 MP

    Sony a6400
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon R3
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    Full Frame

    24.1 MP

    Fujifilm X-M1
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    APS-C

    16.3 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in GPS

    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.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in GPS.


    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera 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.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    NFC

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 has 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 Input and HDMI Output

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 comes with EN-EL19 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Nikon Coolpix S9900's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps.


    Flash

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m at Auto ISO.

    Physical Parameters

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 has dimensions of 112 x 66 x 40 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.57"). It weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    112 mm (4.41")

    66 mm (2.6")

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    66 mm (2.6")

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    Nikon Coolpix S9900 dimensions

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Nikon Coolpix S9900 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
    63

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 63 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   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

    GOOD
    72

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 72 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   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

    GOOD
    74

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    EXCELLENT
    88

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 88 and is EXCELLENT choice for Street photography.

    •   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

    EXCELLENT
    88

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 gets a score of 88 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   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

    Nikon Coolpix S9900 Evaluation

    We evaluate Nikon Coolpix S9900 and give score of 65 out of 100. 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.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    POOR
    52

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 52 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    67

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 67 for Photo parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    80

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 80 for Focusing parameters.

    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    GOOD
    74

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 74 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fully Articulated Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    81

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 81 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    44

    We give Nikon Coolpix S9900 a score of 44 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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