Nikon S9700 vs Olympus SH-2

Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon S9700 and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was launched 13 months earlier than the SH-2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the S9700 matches up against the SH-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S9700 and the SH-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and SH-2 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and SH-2.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older S9700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.