Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ60

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P520 was brought out 7 months after the FZ60 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P520 grades against the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P520 offers external measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P520 vs Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the P520 and the FZ60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and FZ60 is 66 and 68 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and FZ60.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P520 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern P520 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.