Nikon S9700 vs Samsung TL500

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung TL500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S9700 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S9700 was unveiled 3 years after the TL500 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S9700 scores vs the TL500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Samsung TL500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9700 features outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S9700 compared to the TL500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S9700 and TL500 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and TL500.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S9700 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S9700 will give greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern S9700 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.