Nikon P610 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon P610 versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the P610 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P610 was introduced 4 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P610 scores vs the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P610 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P610 has outer dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Nikon P610 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the P610 compared to the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and ZS5 is 65 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P610 and ZS5.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P610 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent P610 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.