Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Released January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX700 HS
- Updated by Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Old Model is Nikon S9500
- Replacement is Nikon S9900
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX710 HS was revealed 12 months after the S9700 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX710 HS grades versus the S9700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Nikon S9700
SX710 HS | S9700 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | February 2014 | More modern by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Canon SX710 HS
S9700 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon S9700
SX710 HS | S9700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has proportions 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 SX710 HS and Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX710 HS and the S9700.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and S9700 is 89 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and S9700.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 232 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $349 | $350 |