Nikon D700 vs Panasonic FZ150

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon D700 and Panasonic FZ150, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is fairly similar but the D700 (Full frame) and FZ150 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The D700 was announced 4 years earlier than the FZ150 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the D700 scores against the FZ150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D700 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D700 provides external dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the D700 vs the FZ150.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D700 and FZ150 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D700 and FZ150.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The D700 contains the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier. The older D700 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.