Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the P1000 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The P1000 was revealed 4 years later than the FZ1000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the P1000 matches up versus the FZ1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 enjoys outside measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has specifications of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic FZ1000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P1000 compared to the FZ1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and FZ1000 is 49 and 55 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P1000 and FZ1000.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P1000 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern P1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.