Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic FZ80

Below is a detailed overview of the Nikon P1000 versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was announced 19 months later than the FZ80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the P1000 matches up vs the FZ80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 comes with exterior dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") along with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P1000 vs the FZ80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and FZ80 is 49 and 63 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P1000 and FZ80.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer P1000 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.