Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic 3D1

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon P7000 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very close but the P7000 (1/1.7") and 3D1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The P7000 was revealed 11 months prior to the 3D1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P7000 grades versus the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P7000 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P7000 has got outer dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the P7000 vs the 3D1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and 3D1 is 85 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7000 and 3D1.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P7000 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic 3D1 will render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older P7000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.