FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S3250
(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
- Released February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Renewed by Nikon S9900

FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S3200 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3200 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the S9700 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S3200 matches up vs the S9700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Nikon S9700
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the FujiFilm S3200
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Nikon S9700
S3200 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S3200 has got external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S3200 and Nikon S9700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S3200 compared to the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and S9700 is 67 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and S9700.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S3200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 232 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $190 | $350 |