Nikon S6000 vs Panasonic ZS70

Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S6000 versus Panasonic ZS70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was launched 8 years prior to the ZS70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S6000 grades against the ZS70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S6000 and the ZS70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and ZS70 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and ZS70.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S6000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.