Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the P7100 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) and the P7100 (1/1.7") and ZS45 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7100 was revealed 3 years before the ZS45 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the P7100 scores versus the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P7100 enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7100 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P7100 compared to the ZS45.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P7100 and ZS45 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P7100 and ZS45.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P7100 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS45 will render extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged P7100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.