Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon S9700

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon A3500 IS versus Nikon S9700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was unveiled 13 months prior to the S9700 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A3500 IS scores against the S9700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS has 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) and the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A3500 IS vs the S9700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and S9700 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and S9700.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged A3500 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.