Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FX700

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FX700 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was revealed 3 years after the FX700 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P7800 matches up against the FX700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 offers exterior dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7800 and the FX700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and FX700 is 82 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and FX700.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FX700 will show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent P7800 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.