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 SX70 HS and Nikon S9700 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX70 HS has external dimensions of 127 x 91 x 117 mm (5 x 3.58 x 4.61″) and weighs 608 g (1.34 lb / 21.45 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 SX70 HS and the Nikon S9700. Nikon S9700 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 27mm shorter and 82mm thinner than Canon SX70 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX70 HS and Nikon S9700.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX70 HS 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 (376g ) than the Canon SX70 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX70 HS and Nikon S9700's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon SX70 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Nikon S9700's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX70 HS.