Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic LX7

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic LX7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the A1000 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The A1000 was revealed 6 years after the LX7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A1000 scores against the LX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 has outer dimensions 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 LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A1000 and the LX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and LX7 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and LX7.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A1000 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon A1000 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger A1000 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.