Nikon L840 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L840 versus Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L840 was brought out 3 years before the ZS70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L840 grades against the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L840 features external dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L840 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L840 vs the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and ZS70 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and ZS70.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to render more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged L840 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.