Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S9700

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 3 years prior to the S9700 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the S9700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 provides external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and S9700.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.