Nikon P7700 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon P7700 vs Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly comparable but the P7700 (1/1.7") and HZ35W (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The P7700 was introduced 2 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P7700 matches up versus the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7700 vs Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the P7700 and the HZ35W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and HZ35W is 82 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7700 and HZ35W.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The P7700 comes with the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer P7700 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.