Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700
65 Imaging
46 Features
64 Overall
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90 Imaging
40 Features
48 Overall
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Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Revealed February 2016
(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
- Announced February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon S9500
- Replacement is Nikon S9900
Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Nikon B700 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe B700 was manufactured 2 years after the S9700 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the B700 matches up vs the S9700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Nikon S9700
B700 | S9700 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | February 2014 | More modern by 25 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon B700
S9700 | B700 |
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Common features in the Nikon B700 and Nikon S9700
B700 | S9700 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon B700 features outer dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Nikon B700 and Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the B700 versus the S9700.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and S9700 is 65 and 90 respectively.
Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and S9700.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon B700 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher B700 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon B700 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B700 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B700 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 921k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 565g (1.25 lb) | 232g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $350 |