Nikon P7700 vs Sony HX5

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon P7700 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the P7700 (1/1.7") and HX5 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The P7700 was unveiled 2 years after the HX5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P7700 matches up against the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the P7700 against the HX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and HX5 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7700 and HX5.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P7700 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon P7700 will give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger P7700 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.