Nikon P100 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here is a complete overview of the Nikon P100 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P100 was brought out 4 years earlier than the FZ70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the P100 grades against the FZ70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 comes with outer dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the P100 vs the FZ70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and FZ70 is 68 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P100 and FZ70.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ70 to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.