Nikon P100 vs Panasonic FZ60

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P100 was launched 24 months prior to the FZ60 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P100 matches up against the FZ60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P100 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P100 vs the FZ60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and FZ60 is 68 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and FZ60.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ60 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older P100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.