Nikon P100 vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon P100 and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and FZ100 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P100 was introduced at a similar time to the FZ100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P100 grades vs the FZ100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P100 comes with outer measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the P100 versus the FZ100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and FZ100 is 68 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and FZ100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ100 to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.