Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P500 has external dimensions of 116 x 84 x 10 mm (4.57 x 3.31 x 4.06″) and weighs 494 g (1.09 lb / 17.43 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 Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700. Nikon S9700 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 20mm shorter and 68mm thinner than Nikon P500.
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Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700.
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Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700 Size
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 (262g ) than the Nikon P500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P500 nor Nikon Coolpix S9700 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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
Nikon P500 and Nikon S9700's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Nikon P500 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 P500.