Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7700

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD4000 IS was manufactured 3 years before the P7700 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD4000 IS matches up vs the P7700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD4000 IS offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7700 has specifications of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the P7700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and P7700 is 94 and 82 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and P7700.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD4000 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon P7700 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.