Nikon S9700 vs Samsung SL102

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S9700 versus Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was launched 5 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S9700 matches up vs the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 enjoys outer measurements 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 SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9700 versus Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S9700 and the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and SL102 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and SL102.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9700 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S9700 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.