Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic XS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was launched 14 months after the XS1 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S9700 grades versus the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9700 comes with outer 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 XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic XS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S9700 and the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and XS1 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and XS1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos though you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent S9700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.