Canon N vs Nikon P7700

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon N versus Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is relatively close but the N (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

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The N was launched 4 months earlier than the P7700 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the N matches up vs the P7700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon N features physical dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the N compared to the P7700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and P7700 is 93 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the N and P7700.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The N has got the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh trickier.