Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS60

Lets look much closer at the Nikon P520 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P520 was brought out 3 years prior to the ZS60 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the P520 scores against the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P520 versus Panasonic ZS60 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the P520 and the ZS60.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and ZS60 is 66 and 88 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and ZS60.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images however you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older P520 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.