Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9700

Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was announced 6 years earlier than the S9700 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores against the S9700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 offers outside dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the S9700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and S9700 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and S9700.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9700 to resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.