Clicky

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700

Portability
89
Imaging
35
Features
23
Overall
30
Canon PowerShot D10 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9700 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs

Canon D10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
  • Launched July 2009
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
  • Announced February 2014
  • Superseded the Nikon S9500
  • Renewed by Nikon S9900
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the D10 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The D10 was launched 5 years earlier than the S9700 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the D10 scores against the S9700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Nikon S9700

 D10 S9700 
Manual focus More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Canon D10

 S9700 D10 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014July 2009More modern by 56 months
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Canon D10 and Nikon S9700

 D10 S9700 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon D10 has outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the D10 vs the S9700.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and S9700 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D10 and S9700.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S9700 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon D10 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S9700 Portrait photography advice
32
manual focus
features face detection focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
37
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Street Comparison

Canon D10 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S9700 as a Street photography camera
60
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (232g)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Canon D10 Sports photography advice
Nikon S9700 Sports photography advice
31
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
53
long zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Travel Comparison

Canon D10 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S9700 Travel photography highlights
54
environment proofing
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than average (232g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
long reach (750mm)
no Time Lapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Canon D10 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S9700 Landscape photography factors
35
manual focus
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
45
pretty wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Canon D10 Vlogging information
Nikon S9700 Vlogging information
27
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone port
34
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (232 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no mic socket
Photography Glossary

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon D10 and Nikon S9700
 Canon PowerShot D10Nikon Coolpix S9700
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot D10 Nikon Coolpix S9700
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-07-01 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 99
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.7-6.4
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/5000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 6.00 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 190 gr (0.42 pounds) 232 gr (0.51 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-6L EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $299 $350