Nikon S9700 vs Sony W650

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S9700 vs Sony W650, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was announced 2 years after the W650 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S9700 grades against the W650 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9700 has got outer measurements 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 W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S9700 vs the W650.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and W650 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9700 and W650.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer S9700 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.