Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S4000 versus Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was released 7 months after the S70 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S4000 scores against the S70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Nikon Coolpix S70. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Nikon S70 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S4000 versus Nikon S70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S4000 against the S70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and S70.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger S4000 should have an advantage in sensor tech.