Nikon P100 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P100 was launched 5 years prior to the ZS45 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P100 scores vs the ZS45 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P100 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the P100 versus the ZS45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and ZS45 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and ZS45.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.