Leica X Vario vs Nikon Coolpix S9700

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica X Vario and the Nikon Coolpix S9700, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Leica X Vario was introduced in June 2013 and Nikon Coolpix S9700 was introduced in February 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica X Vario over Nikon Coolpix S9700.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S9700 over Leica X Vario.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Leica X Vario and Nikon Coolpix S9700 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively.

Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached on Leica X Vario.

Leica X Vario features a 16.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,500. Nikon Coolpix S9700 features a 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 6,400.

Nikon Coolpix S9700 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Leica X Vario can take pictures up to 4928 x 3272 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4944 x 3272, 4288 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x1424, 1632 x 1080 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S9700 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Nikon Coolpix S9700 has an image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Nikon Coolpix S9700

Nikon Coolpix S9700 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S9700

Nikon Coolpix S9700 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Both cameras have HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Leica X Vario comes with BP-DC8 battery pack with battery life of 450 shots and Nikon Coolpix S9700 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Leica X Vario, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S9700. Leica X Vario can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix S9700 can shoot continuously up to 6.9 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m on Nikon Coolpix S9700. Leica X Vario also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

Leica X Vario body has dimensions of 133 x 73 x 95 mm (5.24 x 2.87 x 3.74") and Nikon Coolpix S9700 body has dimensions of 110 x 64 x 35 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.38"). Leica X Vario weighs 680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S9700 weighs 232 g (0.51 lb / 8.18 oz).

Leica X Vario

Nikon Coolpix S9700

133 mm

73 mm

110 mm

64 mm

73 mm

64 mm