Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic TS1

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon P7700 versus Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the P7700 (1/1.7") and TS1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was unveiled 4 years after the TS1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P7700 scores against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P7700 features exterior 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) and the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P7700 against the TS1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and TS1 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7700 and TS1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The P7700 has got the larger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more modern P7700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.