Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Refreshed by Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S9700 was introduced 2 months after the Galaxy Camera 2 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the S9700 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
S9700 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Nikon S9700
Galaxy Camera 2 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+116k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
S9700 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 has got exterior measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S9700 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always factor the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232g (0.51 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $350 | $400 |