Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic G1

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic G1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the S9700 (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S9700 was brought out 5 years later than the G1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S9700 matches up versus the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic G1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S9700 and the G1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and G1 is 90 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and G1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S9700 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S9700 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S9700 will have a benefit in sensor tech.