Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZS7

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the P7700 (1/1.7") and ZS7 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was launched 23 months later than the ZS7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P7700 grades against the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 enjoys 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) and the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7700 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P7700 vs the ZS7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and ZS7 is 82 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and ZS7.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The P7700 has the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger P7700 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.