Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S9700

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S3300 versus Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was brought out 24 months earlier than the S9700 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the S3300 matches up versus the S9700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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 S3300 versus Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S3300 and the S9700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and S9700 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and S9700.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S3300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.