Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S9700

Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was introduced 5 years prior to the S9700 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z33 matches up versus the S9700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z33 and the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and S9700 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and S9700.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to resolve extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.