Nikon B700 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon B700 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B700 was announced 5 years after the ZS5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the B700 grades vs the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon B700 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon B700 has external 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) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon B700 and Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the B700 and the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and ZS5 is 65 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the B700 and ZS5.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon B700 to give you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent B700 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.