Nikon A900 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon A900 and Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was unveiled 14 months after the ZS45 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A900 grades against the ZS45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 provides physical 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 ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A900 and the ZS45.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and ZS45 is 88 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and ZS45.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon A900 to give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer A900 provides an edge in sensor technology.