Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS30

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was announced 6 years after the ZS30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A1000 scores vs the ZS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 offers outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A1000 vs the ZS30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and ZS30 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and ZS30.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer A1000 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.