Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon S9700

Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and S9700 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was unveiled 3 years before the S9700 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up versus the S9700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-S1 has outer measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon S9700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the S9700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S1 and S9700 is 52 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S1 and S9700.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon S9700 will result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.