Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX10

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was revealed 3 years later than the WX10 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S9700 scores versus the WX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S9700 and the WX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and WX10 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9700 and WX10.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of files although you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent S9700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.