Nikon Coolpix S9700

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 14 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

5
Average:

3
Bad:

4

Pros:

Sharp lens.
Good image quality through ISO 800.
In-camera image filters.

Cons:

Pricey.
Wi-Fi could be more functional.

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Last revision on January 25, 2016

Reviewers Liked

Sharp lens
Good image quality through ISO 800
In-camera image filters
5.7fps burst capture mode
30x zoom range
Sharp LCD
GPS and Wi-Fi

Reviewers Didn't Like

Pricey
Wi-Fi could be more functional
External charger not included

Expert reviews and ratings

The Nikon COOLPIX S9700 is a compact travel zoom with a 30x optical zoom lens, a 16 Megapixel CMOS sensor and a 3 inch OLED screen with a 921k dot resolution. The COOLPIX S9600, launched at the same time, has a shorter 22x zoom, a lower resolution...

By Camera Labs on February 24, 2015

100

Lots of great features, high image quality in tricky conditions and a competitive price – the Nikon S9700 is a Best Buy...

By Expert Reviews on September 25, 2014

On paper, the Nikon Coolpix S9700 looks to have everything it takes to rival 2014's top superzoom compacts, with a 30x zoom lens, Wi-Fi, GPS and a user-friendly interface. In reality, it lacks that extra something to really make it stand out. And, above...

By DigitalVersus on May 27, 2014

With a similar price tag, looks, and specs as the SX700, the S9700 is clearly a direct competitor. While we think the SX700 has a better image stabilization system, both cameras take good photos. We prefer the quality of the images we took with the...

By Digital Trends on May 23, 2014

The Nikon Coolpix S9700 is the top of the range digital compact camera from the Style series. It features a back-illuminated 16 megapixel CMOS sensor, 30x optical zoom, FullHD video and a 921,000 dot screen to watch them on. The amount of tech in this...

By PhotographyBLOG on May 22, 2014

The Nikon Coolpix S9700 offers a lot of camera in a relatively small, pocketable package. With a 30x optical zoom lens, a 3inch screen, high speed shooting, full HD video, manual controls, built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, there's not much more you could possibly...

By ePHOTOzine on May 14, 2014

Outside of some design quibbles, the Nikon Coolpix S9700 puts big zoom power and nice photo quality (snugly) in your...

By cnet on May 06, 2014

The Nikon Coolpix S9700 camera packs a 30x zoom lens into a compact body with Wi-Fi. Its image quality earns Editors' Choice...

By PC Mag on April 29, 2014

Quick TakeProsExtremely sharp images in most shooting conditions, even at full telephoto settingHybrid Vibration Reduction feature works very wellVersatile camera with plenty of useful features30x optical zoom lens is impressive in this thin of a...

By Steves Digicams on June 23, 2014

The Nikon Coolpix P340 is a 12 megapixel compact camera, updates the Nikon Coolpix P330 , and features a back illuminated CMOS sensor, Wi-Fi, a 5x optical zoom lens and f/1.8 aperture at wide-angle. The Coolpix P340 is available in black and white,...

By ePHOTOzine on March 05, 2014

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