Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1
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Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Announced January 2019
- Earlier Model is Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2013

Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the A1000 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

The A1000 was unveiled 5 years after the LF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A1000 matches up against the LF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Panasonic LF1
A1000 | LF1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 63 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Nikon A1000
LF1 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic LF1
A1000 | LF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 provides 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) and the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic LF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A1000 and the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and LF1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and LF1.
Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A1000 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon A1000 will produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent A1000 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-01-18 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 7.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $477 | $500 |