Nikon A900 vs Panasonic FZ300

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and FZ300 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A900 was revealed 8 months later than the FZ300 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the A900 scores versus the FZ300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 offers outside dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has proportions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A900 versus the FZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and FZ300 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and FZ300.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon A900 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent A900 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.