Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic F5

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was launched 4 years before the F5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1000pj matches up versus the F5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj features exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S1000pj vs the F5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and F5.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic F5 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.