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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
20
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9700 front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
48
Overall
42

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Launched July 2009
Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Replaced the Nikon S9500
  • Newer Model is Nikon S9900
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Overview

Its time to look a little more closely at the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon S9700, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was released 5 years prior to the S9700 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z33WP matches up versus the S9700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Nikon S9700

 Fujifilm Z33WP S9700 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 S9700 Fujifilm Z33WP 
LaunchedFebruary 2014July 2009More modern by 56 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon S9700

 Fujifilm Z33WP S9700 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z33WP features outer measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") having 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") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon S9700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the S9700.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z33WP and S9700 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z33WP and S9700.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S9700 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S9700 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
36
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Street photography with Nikon S9700
60
environment proof
lighter than competitors (110g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (232 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography details
Nikon S9700 Sports photography details
23
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
52
excellent zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Travel photography factors
Nikon S9700 Travel photography factors
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lighter than competitors (110g)
environment proof
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse recording
low resolution (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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lighter than others (232 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (750mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Landscape photography advice
Nikon S9700 Landscape photography advice
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environment proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging factors
Nikon S9700 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than competitors (110 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
34
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (232g)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon S9700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon S9700
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPNikon Coolpix S9700
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Nikon Coolpix S9700
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-07-01 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 99
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.7-6.4
Macro focusing distance 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction 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
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 grams (0.24 lbs) 232 grams (0.51 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 300 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $197 $350