Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S630

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the P7800 (1/1.7") and S630 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The P7800 was revealed 4 years after the S630 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P7800 grades vs the S630 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P7800 has outside measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Nikon S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S630 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the P7800 compared to the S630.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and S630 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and S630.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The P7800 features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The fresher P7800 should have a benefit in sensor tech.