Nikon A900 vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's look more closely at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A900 was released 6 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A900 scores against the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A900 provides outside measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon A900 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A900 versus the ZS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and ZS3 is 88 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and ZS3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon A900 to render more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer A900 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.