Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2
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Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon S9500
- Successor is Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS3

Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S9700 was manufactured 4 years after the TS2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S9700 matches up vs the TS2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Panasonic TS2
S9700 | TS2 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Nikon S9700
TS2 | S9700 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic TS2
S9700 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9700 and the TS2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and TS2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and TS2.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S9700 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S9700 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 232g (0.51 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $350 | $350 |