Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9700

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was brought out 3 years before the S9700 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores vs the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX370 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the S9700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and S9700.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX370 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.