Nikon P600 vs Panasonic FZ40

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon P600 vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P600 was revealed 3 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P600 matches up vs the FZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P600 has got physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P600 against the FZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and FZ40 is 65 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P600 and FZ40.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P600 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern P600 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.