Nikon L840 vs Panasonic ZS35

Lets look more closely at the Nikon L840 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L840 was unveiled 14 months after the ZS35 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L840 grades versus the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 has outside measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L840 and the ZS35.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L840 and ZS35 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L840 and ZS35.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern L840 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.