Nikon P7700 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon P7700 and Olympus TG-850 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was released 8 months earlier than the TG-850 iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P7700 grades vs the TG-850 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7700 enjoys outer dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus TG-850 iHS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7700 and Olympus TG-850 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P7700 against the TG-850 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and TG-850 iHS is 82 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7700 and TG-850 iHS.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-850 iHS will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older P7700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.