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 Panasonic FZ60 and Nikon P520 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ60 has external dimensions of 120 x 81 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.19 x 3.62″) and weighs 493 g (1.09 lb / 17.39 oz) (including batteries). Nikon P520 has external dimensions of 125 x 84 x 102 mm (4.92 x 3.31 x 4.02″) and weighs 550 g (1.21 lb / 19.40 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ60 and the Nikon P520. Panasonic FZ60 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Nikon P520.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ60 and Nikon P520.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ60 and Nikon P520.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ60 is 57g lighter than the Nikon P520 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 (Lumix DMC-FZ62) nor Nikon Coolpix P520 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 P520's 3.20" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FZ60's 3 screen.
Moreover, Nikon P520 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ60 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to P520.