Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Introduced July 2018
- Previous Model is Nikon P900
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS35

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The P1000 was released 5 years after the ZS30 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P1000 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Panasonic ZS30
P1000 | ZS30 | |||
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Released | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 67 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Nikon P1000
ZS30 | P1000 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS30
P1000 | ZS30 |
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P1000 has external measurements 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 Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the P1000 compared to the ZS30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and ZS30 is 49 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P1000 and ZS30.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent P1000 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-07-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Nikon Expeed | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-3000mm (125.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1415 grams (3.12 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 260 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $1,000 | $250 |