Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700
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Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Refreshed by Nikon S9900
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S6000 was announced 5 years prior to the S9700 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S6000 scores versus the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Nikon S9700
S6000 | S9700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon S6000
S9700 | S6000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | February 2010 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S9700
S6000 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S9700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6000 compared to the S9700.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and S9700 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and S9700.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S9700 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S6000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | $350 |