Nikon P900 vs Panasonic ZS3

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P900 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the P900 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P900 was announced 5 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the P900 matches up versus the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P900 has got exterior dimensions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") and a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the P900 and the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P900 and ZS3 is 52 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P900 and ZS3.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P900 to render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern P900 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.