Nikon S9700 vs Sony S2100

Let's look closer at the Nikon S9700 and Sony S2100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S9700 (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was unveiled 4 years after the S2100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S9700 grades versus the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9700 features external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9700 and Sony S2100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S9700 and the S2100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and S2100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and S2100.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9700 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer S9700 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.