Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon P610 and Panasonic FZ2500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P610 has external dimensions of 125 x 85 x 107 mm (4.92 x 3.35 x 4.21″) and weighs 565 g (1.25 lb / 19.93 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ2500 has external dimensions of 138 x 102 x 135 mm (5.42 x 4.01 x 5.3″) and weighs 915 g (2.02 lb / 32.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon P610 and the Panasonic FZ2500. Nikon P610 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 17mm shorter and 28mm thinner than Panasonic FZ2500.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon P610 and Panasonic FZ2500.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P610 and Panasonic FZ2500.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P610 is significantly lighter (350g ) than the Panasonic FZ2500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix P610 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 (Lumix DMC-FZ2000) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P610 and Panasonic FZ2500's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.