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 Olympus SH-1 and Nikon S9900 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SH-1 has external dimensions of 109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SH-1 and the Nikon S9900. Olympus SH-1 is 3mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Nikon S9900 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Comparison image of the Olympus SH-1 and the Nikon S9900 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-1 and Nikon S9900.
Comparison image of the Olympus SH-1 and the Nikon S9900 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-1 and Nikon S9900.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus SH-1 and the Nikon S9900 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SH-1 is 18g lighter than the Nikon S9900 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus Stylus SH-1 nor Nikon Coolpix S9900 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
Olympus SH-1 and Nikon S9900'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. Olympus SH-1's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to S9900.
