Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH2

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FH2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The P7800 was introduced 2 years after the FH2 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the P7800 scores against the FH2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the P7800 compared to the FH2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and FH2 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and FH2.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P7800 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FH2 will resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer P7800 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.