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Nikon Coolpix P7700 vs Nikon Coolpix P7800
Nikon Coolpix P7700
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix P7700, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on May 28, 2013. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Coolpix P7100, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Coolpix P7100
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon Coolpix P7800, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon Coolpix P7800
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 99 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 330 shots per charge with the included EN-EL14 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Nikon Coolpix P7800
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix P7800, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Nov. 25, 2013. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Coolpix P7700, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Coolpix P7700
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 99 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 350 shots per charge with the included EN-EL14 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | No |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
No |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | No |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 99 | 99 |
Connectivity |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Optional |
| DXO color depth | 21.1 | 21.2 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.7 | 11.7 |
| DXO low light ISO | 191.0 | 200.0 |
| DXO overall score | 53.0 | 54.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | May 28, 2013 | Nov. 25, 2013 |
| Body type | Compact | Compact |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $218.99 | $249.98 |
| model | Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon Coolpix P7100 | Nikon Coolpix P7700 |
| Successor model | Nikon Coolpix P7800 | |
Lense |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| AE bracketing | No |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | n/a | n/a |
| Flash range | 10.00 m | 10.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 8.0 fps | 8.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Battery life | 330 shots | 350 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL14 | EN-EL14 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 73 x 50mm | 119 x 78 x 50mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 392 grs | 399 grs |
Screen |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 921 | 921 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Max image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58 mm | 7.44 x 5.58 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 12 |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7-inch | 1/1.7-inch |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Nikon Coolpix P7700 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
| viewfinder | - | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | 921k dots |