Nikon A900 vs Panasonic SZ1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic SZ1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A900 was brought out 4 years after the SZ1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A900 matches up versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A900 against the SZ1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and SZ1 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and SZ1.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon A900 to offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent A900 should have an advantage in sensor tech.