Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ60

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was announced 6 years after the FZ60 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A1000 grades vs the FZ60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 offers outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has sizing of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A1000 and the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and FZ60 is 86 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and FZ60.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger A1000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.