Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH7

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and FH7 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7800 was manufactured 2 years later than the FH7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P7800 matches up versus the FH7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 provides outside dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic FH7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the P7800 and the FH7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and FH7 is 82 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and FH7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7800 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH7 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger P7800 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.