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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35

Portability
49
Imaging
42
Features
67
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix P1000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front
Portability
89
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs

Nikon P1000
(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
  • Released July 2018
  • Older Model is Nikon P900
Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
  • Launched January 2014
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
  • Older Model is Panasonic ZS30
  • Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was revealed 4 years later than the ZS35 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P1000 grades vs the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Panasonic ZS35

 P1000 ZS35 
LaunchedJuly 2018January 2014Fresher by 55 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution921k460kClearer screen (+461k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Nikon P1000

 ZS35 P1000 

Common features in the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS35

 P1000 ZS35 
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 offers exterior 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 ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P1000 versus the ZS35.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and ZS35 is 49 and 89 respectively.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and ZS35.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern P1000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon P1000 Portrait photography information
Panasonic ZS35 Portrait photography information
57
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
36
megapixel count decent (16MP)
provides face detection autofocus
no manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon P1000 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS35 Street photography factors
51
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
more heavy than competitors (1,415 grams)
68
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon P1000 Sports photography information
Panasonic ZS35 Sports photography information
49
amazing zoom range (24-3000mm 125.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (250 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
52
excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon P1000
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS35
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connects via bluetooth
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (3000mm)
not so great battery pack (250 CIPA)
more heavy than competitors (1,415 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than competition (305 grams)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon P1000 Landscape photography info
Panasonic ZS35 Landscape photography info
51
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (250 per charge)
44
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P1000 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZS35 Vlogging features
58
rather wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone jack
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than competitors (1,415 grams)
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pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone support
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS35
 Nikon Coolpix P1000Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix P1000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ55
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2018-07-10 2014-01-06
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 measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 21
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-3000mm (125.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-8 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,359k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) 6.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1415g (3.12 lbs) 305g (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $1,000 $300