Nikon P510 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon P510 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the P510 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P510 was brought out around the same time to the ZS15 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P510 grades against the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P510 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the Nikon P510 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the P510 against the ZS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P510 and ZS15 is 66 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and ZS15.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon P510 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.