Nikon P510 vs Panasonic ZS25

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon P510 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P510 was unveiled 6 months prior to the ZS25 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the P510 scores versus the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. 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) and the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P510 and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the P510 vs the ZS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P510 and ZS25 is 66 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P510 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.