Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS35

The following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon P90 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P90 was introduced 5 years prior to the ZS35 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the P90 matches up versus the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P90 offers external dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P90 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the P90 against the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P90 and ZS35 is 70 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P90 and ZS35.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged P90 will be behind in sensor technology.