Nikon P7700 vs Pentax P80

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P7700 versus Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the P7700 (1/1.7") and P80 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The P7700 was launched 3 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P7700 scores versus the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 provides 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) while the Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7700 versus Pentax P80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the P7700 compared to the P80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and P80 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and P80.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The P7700 uses the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer P7700 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.