Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's look much closer at the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B700 was revealed 6 years after the ZS3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the B700 grades vs the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon B700 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the B700 and the ZS3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and ZS3 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and ZS3.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon B700 to give greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger B700 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.