Nikon P500 vs Panasonic FZ1000

The following is a extended overview of the Nikon P500 and Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) and the P500 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P500 was announced 4 years prior to the FZ1000 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P500 grades against the FZ1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P500 comes with physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P500 vs the FZ1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P500 and FZ1000 is 67 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P500 and FZ1000.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P500 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 will show greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged P500 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.