Nikon P7800 vs Sony WX150

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon P7800 vs Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and WX150 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was revealed 22 months later than the WX150 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P7800 matches up against the WX150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P7800 offers physical measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 vs Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P7800 against the WX150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and WX150 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and WX150.

All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P7800 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX150 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger P7800 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.