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Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700

Portability
66
Imaging
65
Features
76
Overall
69
Canon EOS 750d front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9700 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs

Canon 750D
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Also referred to as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
  • Superseded the Canon 700D
Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Previous Model is Nikon S9500
  • Renewed by Nikon S9900
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Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 750D (24MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the 750D (APS-C) and S9700 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The 750D was revealed 13 months after the S9700 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 750D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 750D matches up against the S9700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 750D over the Nikon S9700

 750D S9700 
LaunchedFebruary 2015February 2014Newer by 13 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1040k921kCrisper display (+119k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Canon 750D

 S9700 750D 

Common features in the Canon 750D and Nikon S9700

 750D S9700 
Display size3"3"Same display measurements

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 750D features physical dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 750D against the S9700.

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 750D and S9700 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 750D and S9700.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 750D with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 750D will provide you with more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 750D provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 750D Portrait photography info
Nikon S9700 Portrait photography info
79
manual focus
resolution is good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
37
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon 750D Street photography factors
Nikon S9700 Street photography factors
70
screen articulates fully
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (232g)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon 750D Sports photography details
Nikon S9700 Sports photography details
61
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (440 per charge)
53
excellent zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 750D Travel photography features
Nikon S9700 Travel photography features
66
includes focus via touch
resolution is good (24MP)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
missing Timelapse mode
bad battery life (440 per charge)
69
lighter than competition (232g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
very long zoom (750mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 750D Landscape photography info
Nikon S9700 Landscape photography info
65
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen is a good size (3")
resolution is good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (440 CIPA)
missing Timelapse mode
45
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 750D Vlogging details
Nikon S9700 Vlogging details
72
screen is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
includes face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone jack
does not have image stabilization
34
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (232 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone port
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Canon 750D vs Nikon S9700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 750D and Nikon S9700
 Canon EOS 750dNikon Coolpix S9700
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS 750d Nikon Coolpix S9700
Otherwise known as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i -
Type Entry-Level DSLR Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2015-02-06 2014-02-07
Body design Compact SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 6 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 19 99
Cross focus points 19 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S fixed lens
Lens focal range - 25-750mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.7-6.4
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Available lenses 326 -
Crop factor 1.6 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) None
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per sec 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 6.00 m
Flash modes - TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 555g (1.22 lb) 232g (0.51 lb)
Physical dimensions 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 71 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.7 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.0 not tested
DXO Low light score 919 not tested
Other
Battery life 440 pictures 300 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E17 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $749 $350