Nikon L26 vs Nikon S9700

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon L26 vs Nikon S9700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L26 was introduced 24 months before the S9700 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L26 matches up versus the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L26 versus the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and S9700 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and S9700.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged L26 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.