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Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9700 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Released April 2014
Nikon S9700
(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
  • Released February 2014
  • Superseded the Nikon S9500
  • Later Model is Nikon S9900
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Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S810c was brought out 3 months later than the S9700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S810c matches up against the S9700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Nikon S9700

 S810c S9700 
Screen dimensions3.7"3"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution1229k921kClearer screen (+308k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Nikon S810c

 S9700 S810c 

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Nikon S9700

 S810c S9700 
ReleasedApril 2014February 2014Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S810c against the S9700.

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and S9700 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and S9700.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S810c Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S9700 Portrait photography highlights
35
MP count decent (16MP)
supports face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
37
MP count good (16MP)
supports face detection focus
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S810c
Street photography with Nikon S9700
65
image stabilization (Optical)
features touch to focus
lighter than average in class (216 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (232g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S810c Sports photography details
Nikon S9700 Sports photography details
41
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (270 per charge)
has no phase detect AF
53
amazing zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S810c Travel photography details
Nikon S9700 Travel photography details
68
lighter than average in class (216g)
features touch to focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery life (270 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competitors (232 grams)
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
great reach (750mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c Landscape photography details
Nikon S9700 Landscape photography details
41
rather wide (25mm)
bigger than average screen (3.7 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery life (270 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
45
relatively wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S9700 as a Vlogging camera
35
rather wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (216g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing microphone jack
34
relatively wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (232g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone socket
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Nikon S810c vs Nikon S9700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Nikon S9700
 Nikon Coolpix S810cNikon Coolpix S9700
General Information
Make Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S810c Nikon Coolpix S9700
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2014-04-10 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 99
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/3.7-6.4
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.7" 3"
Display resolution 1,229 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 8.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 6.00 m
Flash options - TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 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)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216 gr (0.48 lbs) 232 gr (0.51 lbs)
Physical dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 270 photos 300 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL23 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $350 $350