Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon G5 X MII and Nikon S9700 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G5 X MII has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.81″) and weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S9700 has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 35 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.38″) and weighs 232 g (0.51 lb / 8.18 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G5 X MII and the Nikon S9700. Nikon S9700 is 1mm narrower and 11mm thinner than Canon G5 X MII but it is also 3mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G5 X MII and Nikon S9700.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G5 X MII and Nikon S9700.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9700 is significantly lighter (108g ) than the Canon G5 X MII which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II nor Nikon Coolpix S9700 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G5 X MII and Nikon S9700's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G5 X MII features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon S9700 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G5 X MII.