Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS10

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was brought out 8 years after the ZS10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A1000 grades vs the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 comes with outer measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 versus the ZS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and ZS10 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and ZS10.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon A1000 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent A1000 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.