Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Succeeded the Nikon S9500
- New Model is Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S9700 and Samsung ST150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9700 was introduced 14 months later than the ST150F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S9700 scores versus the ST150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Samsung ST150F
S9700 | ST150F | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S9700
ST150F | S9700 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Samsung ST150F
S9700 | ST150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 has got exterior 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) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S9700 and Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S9700 vs the ST150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and ST150F.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher S9700 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9700 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232 gr (0.51 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $300 |