Nikon P7800 vs Sony S2000

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon P7800 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very comparable but the P7800 (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was announced 3 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P7800 matches up vs the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7800 provides physical dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P7800 versus the S2000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and S2000 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and S2000.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7800 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon P7800 will produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent P7800 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.