Nikon S9700 vs Samsung SL202

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung SL202, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was unveiled 5 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S9700 scores against the SL202 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Samsung SL202. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 features outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S9700 against the SL202.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and SL202 is 90 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and SL202.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S9700 to show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S9700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.