Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FX78

Let's look closer at the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 17 months earlier than the FX78 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1000pj grades vs the FX78 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj has physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S1000pj and the FX78.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and FX78.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S1000pj will be behind in sensor innovation.