Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6200

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and S6200 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and S6200 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was announced 22 months after the S6200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P7700 matches up vs the S6200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7700 features outer measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S6200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the P7700 vs the S6200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S6200 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and S6200.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P7700 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S6200 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern P7700 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.