Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FH20

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was revealed 5 months prior to the FH20 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1000pj matches up against the FH20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FH20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj compared to the FH20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and FH20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and FH20.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.