Nikon B500 vs Nikon B700

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon B500 vs Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B500 was introduced at a similar time to the B700 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the B500 grades versus the B700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Nikon Coolpix B700. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 features outer measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon B700 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the B500 vs the B700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B500 and B700 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and B700.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon B700 to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.