Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P1000 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the P1000 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P1000 was launched 7 months before the FZ1000 II and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P1000 grades vs the FZ1000 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P1000 has exterior measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 II has sizing of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P1000 versus the FZ1000 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and FZ1000 II is 49 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and FZ1000 II.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P1000 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older P1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.