Canon S90 vs Nikon P7700

Here, we are analyzing the Canon S90 and Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/1.7").

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The S90 was revealed 4 years prior to the P7700 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S90 grades against the P7700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S90 and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S90 Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S90 features physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Canon S90 and Nikon P7700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S90 vs the P7700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S90 and P7700 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S90 and P7700.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon P7700 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older S90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.