Nikon P900 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon P900 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P900 was unveiled 2 years later than the ZS25 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P900 grades versus the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P900 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P900 provides outer measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the P900 vs the ZS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P900 and ZS25 is 52 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P900 and ZS25.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher P900 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.