Nikon P7700 vs Sony S2000

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon P7700 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty close but the P7700 (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7700 was brought out 3 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P7700 scores vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7700 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7700 vs Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P7700 vs the S2000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and S2000 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and S2000.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon P7700 will result in extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger P7700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.