Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ150

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P520 was manufactured 10 months later than the FZ150 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the P520 scores against the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 offers external measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P520 and the FZ150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and FZ150 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P520 and FZ150.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon P520 to result in extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer P520 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.