Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic ZS70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the ZS70 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6200 matches up vs the ZS70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S6200 against the ZS70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and ZS70 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and ZS70.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older S6200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.