Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS40

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P520 was announced 11 months earlier than the ZS40 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P520 matches up against the ZS40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P520 provides outer measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the P520 against the ZS40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and ZS40 is 66 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P520 and ZS40.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older P520 is going to be behind in sensor tech.