Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon P7700

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX280 HS and Nikon P7700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX280 HS was revealed 2 months earlier than the P7700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the P7700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7700 has specifications of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

See the Canon SX280 HS and Nikon P7700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS and the P7700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and P7700 is 91 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and P7700.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The SX280 HS contains the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field tougher.