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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
34
Overall
35

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Launched August 2009
Panasonic SZ5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
  • Announced July 2012
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview

Following is a extensive review of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was unveiled 3 years before the SZ5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S1000pj scores against the SZ5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic SZ5

 S1000pj SZ5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon S1000pj

 SZ5 S1000pj 
AnnouncedJuly 2012August 2009More modern by 35 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic SZ5

 S1000pj SZ5 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj has 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) and the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S1000pj and the SZ5.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and SZ5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and SZ5.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ5 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S1000pj
Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ5
20
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
33
MP count decent (14MP)
features face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography details
Panasonic SZ5 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography factors
Panasonic SZ5 Sports photography factors
33
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography details
Panasonic SZ5 Travel photography details
57
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
70
lighter than competition in class (136g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography information
Panasonic SZ5 Landscape photography information
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
42
reasonably wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic SZ5 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
32
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (136 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic SZ5
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjPanasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-04 2012-07-18
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max boosted ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 pounds) 136g (0.30 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $289 $195