Nikon B500 vs Panasonic FZ1000

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon B500 and Panasonic FZ1000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very well matched but the B500 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The B500 was revealed 21 months after the FZ1000 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the B500 matches up versus the FZ1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon B500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 has got exterior dimensions of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon B500 and Panasonic FZ1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the B500 compared to the FZ1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and FZ1000 is 68 and 55 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the B500 and FZ1000.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The B500 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent B500 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.