Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6100

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and S6100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The P7700 was brought out 2 years after the S6100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the P7700 scores against the S6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P7700 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6100 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the P7700 against the S6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and S6100 is 82 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and S6100.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P7700 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6100 will offer greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern P7700 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.