Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ150

Lets look more closely at the Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was revealed 6 years later than the FZ150 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A1000 matches up vs the FZ150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 has got physical 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) while the Panasonic FZ150 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ150 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A1000 against the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and FZ150 is 86 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and FZ150.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon A1000 to give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher A1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.