Nikon P7700 vs Sony WX30

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon P7700 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and WX30 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7700 was unveiled 23 months after the WX30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P7700 grades against the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7700 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7700 has 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) while the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7700 versus Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the P7700 against the WX30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P7700 and WX30 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P7700 and WX30.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P7700 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX30 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger P7700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.