Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700
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![Nikon Coolpix P7700 front Nikon Coolpix P7700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P7700/Nikon-P7700-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S9700 front Nikon Coolpix S9700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9700/Nikon-S9700-front.jpg)
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Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 392g - 119 x 73 x 50mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Superseded the Nikon P7100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Newer Model is Nikon S9900
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Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and S9700 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.
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The P7700 was introduced 8 months before the S9700 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the P7700 grades against the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P7700 over the Nikon S9700
P7700 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon P7700
S9700 | P7700 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | May 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Common features in the Nikon P7700 and Nikon S9700
P7700 | S9700 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 comes with physical measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the P7700 and the S9700.
![Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 size comparison Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9700-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S9700 is 82 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and S9700.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S9700 will result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older P7700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S9700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-05-28 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.0 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 392 grams (0.86 pounds) | 232 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 73 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 53 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 191 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 300 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $499 | $350 |