Nikon S9700 vs Samsung WB1100F

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was revealed 2 months after the WB1100F and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S9700 grades vs the WB1100F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 enjoys 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) while the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S9700 vs Samsung WB1100F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S9700 vs the WB1100F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and WB1100F is 90 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9700 and WB1100F.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.