Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was revealed 3 years prior to the SZ1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the S1000pj matches up versus the SZ1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic SZ1
S1000pj | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Nikon S1000pj
SZ1 | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic SZ1
S1000pj | SZ1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj provides outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S1000pj versus the SZ1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and SZ1.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 131 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $289 | $179 |