Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS70

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was manufactured 15 months later than the ZS70 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the P1000 grades against the ZS70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 features exterior dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P1000 and the ZS70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and ZS70 is 49 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and ZS70.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer P1000 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.