Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL202

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P7800 and Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and SL202 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was unveiled 4 years after the SL202 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P7800 scores against the SL202 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Samsung SL202. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7800 has physical measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7800 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the P7800 and the SL202.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and SL202 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and SL202.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon P7800 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher P7800 should have a benefit in sensor technology.