Nikon P510 vs Panasonic ZS20

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon P510 versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P510 was launched 3 months after the ZS20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the P510 grades versus the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 provides 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P510 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P510 vs the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P510 and ZS20 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and ZS20.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P510 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.