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 P500 and Panasonic FZ200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P500 has external dimensions of 116 x 84 x 10 mm (4.57 x 3.31 x 4.06″) and weighs 494 g (1.09 lb / 17.43 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ200 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon P500 and the Panasonic FZ200. Nikon P500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Panasonic FZ200.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon P500 and Panasonic FZ200.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P500 and Panasonic FZ200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P500 is significantly lighter (94g ) than the Panasonic FZ200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix P500 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 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 P500 and Panasonic FZ200's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Nikon P500 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ200 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.