Canon S120 vs Nikon S9700

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S120 versus Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and S9700 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S120 was announced 2 months earlier than the S9700 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S120 scores vs the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S120 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Canon S120 versus Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S120 against the S9700.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and S9700 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and S9700.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S120 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S9700 will offer more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.