Nikon A900 vs Panasonic ZS30

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A900 was unveiled 3 years after the ZS30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the A900 scores versus the ZS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Nikon A900 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the A900 against the ZS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A900 and ZS30 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and ZS30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger A900 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.