Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Announced July 2018
- Superseded the Nikon P900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Launched January 2013
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe P1000 was revealed 5 years later than the LZ30 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P1000 matches up against the LZ30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Panasonic LZ30
P1000 | LZ30 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | January 2013 | More recent by 67 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Nikon P1000
LZ30 | P1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic LZ30
P1000 | LZ30 | |||
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Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P1000 features outer measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Check the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the P1000 versus the LZ30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and LZ30 is 49 and 66 respectively.
Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and LZ30.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher P1000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2018-07-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Nikon Expeed | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-3000mm (125.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-8 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1415 gr (3.12 pounds) | 552 gr (1.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 380 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,000 | $230 |