Nikon P7800 vs Sony H55

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon P7800 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and H55 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was released 3 years later than the H55 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the P7800 grades versus the H55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 provides physical dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P7800 versus Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the P7800 vs the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and H55 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and H55.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P7800 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony H55 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent P7800 should have an edge in sensor innovation.