Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon S9500
- Updated by Nikon S9900

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and S9700 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was announced 3 years before the S9700 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores against the S9700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Nikon S9700
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S9700 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
S9700 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Nikon S9700
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the S9700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S9700 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S9700.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR comes with the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more aged Fujifilm Z1000EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $350 |