Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS40

Below, we are comparing the Nikon B600 versus Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B600 was announced 5 years later than the ZS40 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the B600 grades against the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon B600 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the B600 against the ZS40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and ZS40 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the B600 and ZS40.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer B600 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.