Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B600 was launched 22 months later than the ZS70 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the B600 matches up vs the ZS70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon B600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon B600 has outer 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 ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon B600 vs Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the B600 vs the ZS70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B600 and ZS70 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and ZS70.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern B600 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.