Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS200

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic ZS200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the ZS200 (20MP) is very well matched but the A1000 (1/2.3") and ZS200 (1") provide different sensor measurements.

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The A1000 was announced 12 months later than the ZS200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the A1000 grades against the ZS200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 has external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS200 has proportions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A1000 versus the ZS200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and ZS200 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and ZS200.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A1000 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic ZS200 will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern A1000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.