Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic S3

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P7700 and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very close but the P7700 (1/1.7") and S3 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was manufactured 2 years after the S3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P7700 scores versus the S3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P7700 has got outer measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the P7700 compared to the S3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and S3 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and S3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P7700 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S3 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern P7700 provides an advantage in sensor tech.