Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Replaced the Nikon A900
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Released January 2016
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS70
Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A1000 grades versus the ZS60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Panasonic ZS60
A1000 | ZS60 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | January 2016 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon A1000
ZS60 | A1000 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Panasonic ZS60
A1000 | ZS60 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A1000 versus Panasonic ZS60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 and the ZS60.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and ZS60 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and ZS60.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher A1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-01-18 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 320 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $477 | $248 |