Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9700

Its time to look much closer at the Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was introduced 5 years after the S9700 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A1000 scores vs the S9700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 offers physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 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).

Compare the Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the A1000 compared to the S9700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and S9700 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and S9700.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer A1000 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.