Nikon P7700 vs Olympus XZ-1

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon P7700 versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the P7700 (1/1.7") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was announced 2 years later than the XZ-1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P7700 grades vs the XZ-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P7700 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7700 versus Olympus XZ-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the P7700 and the XZ-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and XZ-1 is 82 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P7700 and XZ-1.

As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P7700 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon P7700 will give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent P7700 will have a benefit in sensor tech.