Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S32

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P7700 and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Nikon. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is pretty close but the P7700 (1/1.7") and S32 (1/3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was announced 8 months before the S32 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P7700 matches up vs the S32 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 features outside measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7700 and Nikon S32 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the P7700 against the S32.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S32 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and S32.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P7700 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon S32 will result in extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older P7700 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.