Nikon B500 vs Panasonic ZS30

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon B500 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B500 was introduced 3 years later than the ZS30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the B500 grades against the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 has external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Nikon B500 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the B500 vs the ZS30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B500 and ZS30 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and ZS30.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern B500 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.