Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS7

The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the P1000 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was unveiled 7 years after the ZS7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P1000 matches up vs the ZS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 features physical 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) and the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the P1000 vs the ZS7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and ZS7 is 49 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P1000 and ZS7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P1000 to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer P1000 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.