Nikon P610 vs Panasonic FZ150

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon P610 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P610 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P610 was manufactured 2 years later than the FZ150 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the P610 scores vs the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P610 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P610 has got external measurements 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 FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

See the Nikon P610 vs Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the P610 against the FZ150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P610 and FZ150 is 65 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P610 and FZ150.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P610 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher P610 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.