Nikon 1 S1 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon 1 S1 and Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1").

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The 1 S1 was brought out 11 months before the FZ1000 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1 S1 grades against the FZ1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 S1 provides external measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 S1 vs the FZ1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and FZ1000 is 92 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and FZ1000.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FZ1000 to result in more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.