Nikon P7700 vs Nikon P7800

Its time to look much closer at the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The P7700 was announced 6 months before the P7800 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the P7700 matches up vs the P7800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P7700 features outside measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Nikon P7800 has sizing of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon P7800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the P7700 and the P7800.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and P7800 is 82 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and P7800.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account.