Nikon P1000 vs Nikon Z fc

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P1000 vs Nikon Z fc, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P1000 (16MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the P1000 (1/2.3") and Z fc (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The P1000 was launched 4 years prior to the Z fc which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P1000 grades versus the Z fc when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P1000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Nikon Z fc has dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the P1000 against the Z fc.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and Z fc is 49 and 79 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P1000 and Z fc.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P1000 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon Z fc will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged P1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.