Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P7700

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P7700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and P7700 (12MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX710 HS was unveiled 20 months later than the P7700 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the P7700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon P7700 has sizing of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P7700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the P7700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and P7700 is 89 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and P7700.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX710 HS with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX710 HS will provide you with extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.