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 Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9700 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6500 has external dimensions of and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 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 Nikon S6500 and the Nikon S9700. Nikon S6500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Nikon S9700.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6500 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 18g lighter than the Nikon S6500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6500 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
Nikon S6500 and Nikon S9700's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.