Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and S2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was introduced 23 months after the S2 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the P7800 grades versus the S2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 offers outside measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P7800 versus the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and S2 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and S2.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S2 will offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer P7800 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.