Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS20

In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon B700 versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B700 was announced 3 years later than the ZS20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the B700 scores versus the ZS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the B700 versus the ZS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B700 and ZS20 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and ZS20.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon B700 to show greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger B700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.