Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon S9700

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon S9700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and S9700 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 2 years later than the S9700 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up versus the S9700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the S9700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and S9700 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and S9700.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T20 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.