Nikon S9700 vs Samsung WB850F

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S9700 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was introduced 2 years after the WB850F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S9700 scores versus the WB850F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 provides outer dimensions 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 WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Nikon S9700 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S9700 and the WB850F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and WB850F.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S9700 should have an advantage in sensor technology.