Nikon P100 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the P100 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") use different sensor sizing.

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The P100 was announced 9 years before the FZ1000 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P100 scores vs the FZ1000 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P100 enjoys outer measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P100 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the P100 against the FZ1000 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P100 and FZ1000 II is 68 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and FZ1000 II.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P100 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will resolve greater detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.