Nikon S30 vs Nikon S9700

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S30 versus Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the S30 (1/3") and S9700 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The S30 was introduced 24 months before the S9700 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S30 grades vs the S9700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S30 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S9700 has proportions 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 S30 versus Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S30 and the S9700.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S30 and S9700 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S30 and S9700.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S30 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon S9700 will offer you more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.