Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S9700

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 24 months earlier than the S9700 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX240 HS grades against the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while 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).

Check out the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the S9700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and S9700 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and S9700.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S9700 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX240 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.