Nikon P900 vs Panasonic SZ10

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon P900 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P900 was brought out 2 months after the SZ10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P900 matches up against the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P900 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P900 comes with outer dimensions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P900 and Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the P900 vs the SZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P900 and SZ10 is 52 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P900 and SZ10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to take the production date of the products into consideration.