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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(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
  • Launched August 2009
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Updated by Panasonic TS2
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was manufactured 7 months after the TS1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1000pj grades versus the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic TS1

 S1000pj TS1 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon S1000pj

 TS1 S1000pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic TS1

 S1000pj TS1 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj features external 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 TS1 has proportions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1000pj against the TS1.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and TS1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and TS1.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S1000pj provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography highlights
20
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS1 as a Street photography camera
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography features
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography features
33
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
29
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography advice
57
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
61
weather proofing
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography information
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography information
32
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
35
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging features
Panasonic TS1 Vlogging features
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
28
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic TS1
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Other name - Lumix DMC-FT1
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-04 2009-01-27
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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
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 175g (0.39 lbs) 189g (0.42 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
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 ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $289 $380