Nikon B500 vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon B500 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The B500 was introduced 2 months after the ZS60 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the B500 scores versus the ZS60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon B500 has got external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon B500 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the B500 versus the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and ZS60 is 68 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and ZS60.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.