Canon A2500 vs Nikon S9700

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon A2500 vs Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was introduced 12 months earlier than the S9700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A2500 grades vs the S9700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon A2500 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A2500 compared to the S9700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and S9700 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and S9700.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The older A2500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.