Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic 3D1

Here, we are looking at the Nikon P7700 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very comparable but the P7700 (1/1.7") and 3D1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was announced 19 months later than the 3D1 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P7700 matches up against the 3D1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 has got outer measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7700 versus Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the P7700 versus the 3D1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and 3D1 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and 3D1.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The P7700 has the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The younger P7700 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.