Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon P7700

Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon P7700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and P7700 (12MP) and the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The EX-ZR400 was released 3 months before the P7700 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR400 grades against the P7700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P7700 has dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon P7700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the P7700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and P7700 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and P7700.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR400 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR400 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.