Nikon S9700 vs Samsung DV300F

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 2 years later than the DV300F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S9700 scores versus the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S9700 and the DV300F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and DV300F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and DV300F.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent S9700 should have an edge in sensor innovation.