Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FX90

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FX90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7800 was introduced 2 years later than the FX90 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the P7800 matches up against the FX90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 has got outside measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic FX90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P7800 against the FX90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and FX90 is 82 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and FX90.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The P7800 uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent P7800 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.