Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic SZ8

The following is a complete overview of the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was revealed 5 years after the SZ8 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A1000 grades versus the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 features external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A1000 compared to the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and SZ8 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and SZ8.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of files although you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern A1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.