Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched November 2008
- Replacement is Panasonic LX5
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is very well matched but the S1000pj (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S1000pj was released 10 months later than the LX3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S1000pj matches up versus the LX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic LX3
S1000pj | LX3 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | November 2008 | Fresher by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Nikon S1000pj
LX3 | S1000pj | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic LX3
S1000pj | LX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys outside 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) while the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj compared to the LX3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and LX3 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and LX3.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1000pj due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon S1000pj will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S1000pj will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2008-11-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 265 gr (0.58 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 94 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $289 | $449 |