Nikon P500 vs Panasonic FZ70

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P500 vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P500 was announced 3 years earlier than the FZ70 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P500 grades against the FZ70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P500 enjoys outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P500 and the FZ70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P500 and FZ70 is 67 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P500 and FZ70.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged P500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.