Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon S9700

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was unveiled 12 months after the S9700 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the S9700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS vs the S9700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and S9700 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and S9700.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX530 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.