Nikon L840 vs Nikon S9700

Below, we are matching up the Nikon L840 vs Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L840 was introduced 13 months later than the S9700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the L840 scores against the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L840 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L840 provides outer measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") having a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L840 vs the S9700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and S9700 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L840 and S9700.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent L840 will have a benefit in sensor technology.