Nikon P7700 vs Olympus SZ-12

Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon P7700 vs Olympus SZ-12, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the P7700 (1/1.7") and SZ-12 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was manufactured 17 months later than the SZ-12 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P7700 scores against the SZ-12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7700 vs Olympus SZ-12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P7700 vs the SZ-12.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and SZ-12 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7700 and SZ-12.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7700 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus SZ-12 will provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer P7700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.