Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ70

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was unveiled 5 years after the FZ70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the A1000 scores vs the FZ70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 provides outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A1000 compared to the FZ70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and FZ70 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and FZ70.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger A1000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.