Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon S9700

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was released 13 months earlier than the S9700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades against the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon S9700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the S9700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and S9700 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and S9700.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.