Nikon P510 vs Panasonic FZ80

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon P510 versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P510 was revealed 5 years before the FZ80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the P510 scores against the FZ80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The full galleries are available at Nikon P510 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P510 comes with outside measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the P510 versus the FZ80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P510 and FZ80 is 66 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and FZ80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ80 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older P510 is going to be behind in sensor tech.