Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9300

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon P7700 and Nikon S9300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and S9300 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and S9300 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The P7700 was announced 11 months later than the S9300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the P7700 grades versus the S9300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 has physical dimensions 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 S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P7700 against the S9300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S9300 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P7700 and S9300.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S9300 will show more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger P7700 should have an advantage in sensor technology.