Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS60

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was released 2 years later than the ZS60 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P1000 grades against the ZS60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P1000 features 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) while the Panasonic ZS60 has sizing of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P1000 against the ZS60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and ZS60 is 49 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and ZS60.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer P1000 provides an edge in sensor technology.