Nikon P7700 vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P7700 versus Sony HX90V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and HX90V (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The P7700 was unveiled 22 months earlier than the HX90V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the P7700 scores versus the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 has got exterior 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 Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7700 versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P7700 versus the HX90V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and HX90V is 82 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and HX90V.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7700 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX90V will offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older P7700 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.