Fujifilm SL1000 vs Nikon S9700

Following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was unveiled 13 months before the S9700 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up against the S9700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and the S9700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and S9700 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and S9700.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm SL1000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.