Nikon P80 vs Panasonic FZ60

Lets look much closer at the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P80 was revealed 4 years earlier than the FZ60 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P80 scores vs the FZ60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P80 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P80 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the P80 against the FZ60.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and FZ60 is 75 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and FZ60.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ60 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older P80 is going to be behind in sensor technology.