Canon G15 vs Nikon P7700

Below, we are evaluating the Canon G15 vs Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The G15 was introduced 8 months prior to the P7700 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G15 matches up versus the P7700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G15 provides physical dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has proportions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G15 and the P7700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G15 and P7700 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and P7700.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older G15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.