Nikon P7700 vs Nikon S9700

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and S9700 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was introduced 8 months before the S9700 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the P7700 grades against the S9700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 comes with physical 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 S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7700 versus Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the P7700 and the S9700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S9700 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and S9700.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S9700 will result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older P7700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.