Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S9700

Below is a detailed review of the Canon SX500 IS versus Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was launched 17 months prior to the S9700 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX500 IS scores versus the S9700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX500 IS features exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has sizing 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX500 IS vs the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and S9700 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and S9700.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX500 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.