Canon S120 vs Nikon P7800

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon S120 vs Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/1.7").

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The S120 was introduced at a similar time to the P7800 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S120 scores versus the P7800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon S120 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7800 has proportions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S120 vs Nikon P7800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S120 and the P7800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S120 and P7800 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and P7800.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.