Nikon B700 vs Panasonic FZ28

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon B700 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B700 was announced 7 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the B700 scores versus the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon B700 has got exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

See the Nikon B700 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the B700 against the FZ28.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the B700 and FZ28 is 65 and 72 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and FZ28.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon B700 to provide more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent B700 provides a benefit in sensor technology.