Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS1

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the A1000 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor size.

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The A1000 was released 9 years after the ZS1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A1000 grades vs the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 has got exterior 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) and the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 compared to the ZS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and ZS1 is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A1000 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon A1000 will give more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern A1000 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.