Nikon P7800 vs Sony W800

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon P7800 versus Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and W800 (20MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and W800 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The P7800 was introduced 2 months before the W800 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P7800 scores versus the W800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P7800 has exterior dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7800 versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7800 against the W800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and W800 is 82 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and W800.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony W800 will give you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.