Nikon S9500 vs Nikon S9700

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9500 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was launched 12 months prior to the S9700 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S9500 scores vs the S9700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 features external dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S9500 and the S9700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and S9700 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9500 and S9700.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S9500 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older S9500 will be behind in sensor innovation.