Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic FH3

Here is a thorough overview of the Nikon P7700 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the P7700 (1/1.7") and FH3 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was revealed 3 years later than the FH3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the P7700 matches up versus the FH3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 comes with outside 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 Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P7700 and the FH3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and FH3 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and FH3.

As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7700 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic FH3 will give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher P7700 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.