Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Succeeded the Nikon S9500
- Replacement is Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S9700 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S9700 was released 4 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S9700 scores vs the ZS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Panasonic ZS3
S9700 | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | May 2009 | Newer by 58 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Nikon S9700
ZS3 | S9700 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic ZS3
S9700 | ZS3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 has outer 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) and the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S9700 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9700 vs the ZS3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and ZS3 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and ZS3.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer S9700 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 232 gr (0.51 lb) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $200 |