Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon S9700

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.