Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S9700

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm A100 versus Nikon S9700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was revealed 6 years before the S9700 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm A100 matches up versus the S9700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm A100 versus Nikon S9700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm A100 compared to the S9700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A100 and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A100 and S9700.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S9700 to result in more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.