Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic LX7

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The P7800 was launched 14 months later than the LX7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the P7800 matches up against the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 has got external measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic LX7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7800 compared to the LX7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and LX7 is 82 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and LX7.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P7800 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer P7800 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.