Nikon B700 vs Nikon P610

Below is a thorough review of the Nikon B700 vs Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and P610 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B700 was unveiled 13 months later than the P610 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the B700 matches up vs the P610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Nikon Coolpix P610. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 comes with outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Nikon P610 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon B700 vs Nikon P610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the B700 against the P610.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and P610 is 65 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the B700 and P610.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon B700 to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher B700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.