Nikon P7700 vs Sony W610

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P7700 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P7700 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is very close but the P7700 (1/1.7") and W610 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was released 17 months after the W610 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the P7700 scores against the W610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P7700 has external 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 W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7700 and Sony W610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P7700 and the W610.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and W610 is 82 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7700 and W610.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P7700 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W610 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent P7700 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.