Nikon Coolpix S9700 Review
Review posted 06/23/2014
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| Having a 30x optical zoom lens in a camera that measures only 1.4 inches in thickness makes the Nikon Coolpix S9700 a model well worth considering, as few thin cameras can match such a large telephoto option. The S9700 also works extremely fast with minimal shutter lag and shot-to-shot delays. Throw in built-in GPS and Wi-Fi capabilities, and the S9700 is a great option for travel photography, as it's easy to carry, creates good photographs, and it has plenty of flexibility to meet almost any type of photography situation. The S9700 struggles a bit in low light photos, and a larger image sensor would allow this model to shoot photos that could be printed sharply at large sizes, but it's still a very nice camera that's good for shooting vacation photos. Read more in our Full Conclusion. |
Nikon's new Coolpix S9700 has the makings of an affordable all-around point-and-shoot. While it doesn't have the ultra zoom lenses of the P600 (60x) and the P530 (42x), it still boasts a whopping 30x optical zoom inside its petite shell, good for a 35mm equivalent of 25-750mm. The S9700 also features at 16-megapixel BSI CMOS image sensor, 1080/60i HD video recording, built-in Wi-Fi, built-in GPS (not on either the P600 or P530), and a high resolution 3.0-inch OLED display.
Nikon Coolpix S9700 Features
- 16-megapixel BSI CMOS Image Sensor
- 30x Optical Zoom Lens
- 60x Dynamic Fine Zoom (digital)
- 25-750mm (35mm equivalent)
- Lens Shift Vibration Reduction (VR)
- 1080/60i HD Video Recording
- Hybrid Vibration Reduction (VR)
- 3.0-inch OLED Display (921K-dot)
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Built-in GPS
- Li-ion battery (good for 300+ photos)
- SD card slot
The Nikon S9700 is available in Black and Red with an MSRP of $349.95. See o ur buy box at the top right of this page to see the most current online pricing.
What's in the box?:
What's in the box?:
- S9700 camera body
- AN-CP19 strap
- UC-E21 USB cable
- EN-EL12 rechargeable battery
- EH-71P charging AC adapter
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