Nikon P7800 vs Sony G3

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon P7800 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively close but the P7800 (1/1.7") and G3 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The P7800 was brought out 4 years after the G3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the P7800 matches up vs the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 has got external 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 Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 versus Sony G3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the P7800 and the G3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and G3 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and G3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P7800 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon P7800 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger P7800 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.