Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FH8

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic FH8, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was launched 7 years later than the FH8 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A1000 matches up versus the FH8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 enjoys outer 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 FH8 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A1000 compared to the FH8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and FH8 is 86 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and FH8.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger A1000 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.