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 Sony HX350 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). Sony HX350 has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.12 x 3.66 x 4.06″) and weighs 652 g (1.44 lb / 23.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S9900 and the Sony HX350. Nikon S9900 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 27mm shorter and 63mm thinner than Sony HX350.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S9900 and Sony HX350.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9900 and Sony HX350.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9900 is significantly lighter (363g ) than the Sony HX350 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S9900 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9900 and Sony HX350's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Sony HX350 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Nikon S9900 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.