Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Launched January 2019
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS35

Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon B600 and Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The B600 was brought out 6 years after the ZS30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the B600 grades vs the ZS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Panasonic ZS30
B600 | ZS30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 74 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Nikon B600
ZS30 | B600 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Panasonic ZS30
B600 | ZS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon B600 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Nikon B600 and Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the B600 and the ZS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B600 and ZS30 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the B600 and ZS30.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher B600 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2019-01-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 500 gr (1.10 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $297 | $250 |