Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S9900 and Canon SX260 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9900 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 40 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.57″) and weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX260 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 61 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.3″) and weighs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S9900 and the Canon SX260 HS. Canon SX260 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Nikon S9900.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S9900 and Canon SX260 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9900 and Canon SX260 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX260 HS is significantly lighter (58g ) than the Nikon S9900 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S9900 nor Canon PowerShot SX260 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9900 and Canon SX260 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon S9900 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Canon SX260 HS's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to S9900.