Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon P520 versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and ZS10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P520 was announced 2 years after the ZS10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P520 grades against the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P520 has outside measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the P520 vs the ZS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and ZS10 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and ZS10.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon P520 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer P520 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.