Nikon B700 vs Panasonic FZ300

Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and FZ300 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B700 was launched 8 months after the FZ300 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the B700 grades versus the FZ300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon B700 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon B700 offers physical measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the B700 vs the FZ300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and FZ300 is 65 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon B700 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent B700 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.