Nikon P600 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon P600 versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P600 was manufactured 7 months later than the FZ70 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P600 grades vs the FZ70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P600 comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P600 versus Panasonic FZ70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the P600 compared to the FZ70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and FZ70 is 65 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P600 and FZ70.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent P600 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.