Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic XS1

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic XS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was brought out 6 years after the XS1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A1000 scores versus the XS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A1000 compared to the XS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and XS1 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and XS1.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern A1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.