Nikon S9700 vs Sony HX20V

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S9700 and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was unveiled 19 months later than the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the S9700 matches up vs the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 features physical 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) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9700 and Sony HX20V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S9700 compared to the HX20V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9700 and HX20V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX20V to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S9700 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.