Nikon P510 vs Panasonic LZ40

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon P510 and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P510 was brought out 18 months prior to the LZ40 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the P510 scores versus the LZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P510 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P510 has outside measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P510 and Panasonic LZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the P510 and the LZ40.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P510 and LZ40 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P510 and LZ40.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P510 will be behind in sensor innovation.