Nikon L820 vs Panasonic ZS3

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon L820 vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L820 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L820 was revealed 3 years after the ZS3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L820 scores against the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L820 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L820 provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the L820 versus the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and ZS3 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L820 and ZS3.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L820 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher L820 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.