Nikon P600 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon P600 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P600 was released 14 months later than the ZS30 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P600 scores vs the ZS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P600 has got 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) and the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Nikon P600 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the P600 against the ZS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P600 and ZS30 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P600 and ZS30.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer P600 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.