Nikon P7700 vs Ricoh CX5

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon P7700 versus Ricoh CX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the P7700 (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was launched 23 months later than the CX5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P7700 matches up versus the CX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 has outside 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) and the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7700 versus Ricoh CX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the P7700 and the CX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P7700 and CX5 is 82 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and CX5.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7700 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon P7700 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer P7700 provides an advantage in sensor tech.