Nikon D780 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon D780 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the D780 (25MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the D780 (Full frame) and SZ1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The D780 was announced 8 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D780 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the D780 scores against the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D780 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D780 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D780 has got physical dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Nikon D780 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the D780 and the SZ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D780 and SZ1 is 57 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D780 and SZ1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D780 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D780 will give extra detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern D780 will have an advantage in sensor tech.