Nikon P7700 vs Sony WX70

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P7700 vs Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P7700 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) and the P7700 (1/1.7") and WX70 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7700 was announced 17 months later than the WX70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P7700 grades vs the WX70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7700 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P7700 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7700 vs Sony WX70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the P7700 vs the WX70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P7700 and WX70 is 82 and 97 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7700 and WX70.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7700 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX70 will offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent P7700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.