Nikon P520 vs Panasonic LZ40

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon P520 and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P520 was brought out 11 months earlier than the LZ40 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P520 matches up versus the LZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P520 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P520 has got physical 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 LZ40 has measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the P520 versus the LZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P520 and LZ40 is 66 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and LZ40.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged P520 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.