Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S1000pj was unveiled 7 months later than the FZ28 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S1000pj matches up vs the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic FZ28
S1000pj | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon S1000pj
FZ28 | S1000pj | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic FZ28
S1000pj | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S1000pj versus the FZ28.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and FZ28 is 94 and 72 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and FZ28.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S1000pj to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher S1000pj is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 417 gr (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $289 | $599 |