Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZR1

Here, we are looking at the Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is very close but the P7700 (1/1.7") and ZR1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The P7700 was released 3 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P7700 grades versus the ZR1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7700 enjoys 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 ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the P7700 and the ZR1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and ZR1 is 82 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and ZR1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The P7700 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger P7700 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.