Nikon S9700 vs Sigma DP1x

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S9700 and Sigma DP1x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the S9700 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S9700 was unveiled 4 years after the DP1x which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the S9700 grades vs the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9700 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S9700 versus the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9700 and DP1x is 90 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and DP1x.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S9700 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon S9700 will produce greater detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher S9700 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.