Nikon A1000 vs Pentax VS20

Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon A1000 and Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was released 7 years after the VS20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the A1000 grades against the VS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 provides outer measurements 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 Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A1000 against the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and VS20 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and VS20.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger A1000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.