Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70
90 Imaging
40 Features
48 Overall
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97 Imaging
39 Features
46 Overall
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Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon S9500
- Successor is Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S9700 versus Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S9700 was manufactured 2 years after the WX70 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S9700 scores against the WX70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Sony WX70
S9700 | WX70 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Nikon S9700
WX70 | S9700 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9700 and Sony WX70
S9700 | WX70 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S9700 versus Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S9700 against the WX70.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9700 and WX70 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9700 and WX70.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent S9700 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S9700 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232 grams (0.51 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 240 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $350 | $242 |