Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 14 months later than the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S9700 grades against the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S9700 versus the ZS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and ZS25 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher S9700 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.