Nikon S9700 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S9700 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 10 months later than the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S9700 scores vs the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9700 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S9700 against the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and HX50V.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer S9700 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.