Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic S2

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was brought out 2 years after the S2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the S9700 grades versus the S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9700 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9700 vs the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and S2 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and S2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S9700 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S9700 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.