Nikon S9700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S9700 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was manufactured 18 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S9700 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9700 has got 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9700 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S9700 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S9700 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.