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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump 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
  • Released August 2009
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Introduced July 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced within a month of the ZR1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1000pj grades against the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic ZR1

 S1000pj ZR1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon S1000pj

 ZR1 S1000pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic ZR1

 S1000pj ZR1 
IntroducedAugust 2009July 2009Similar age
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj has got physical dimensions 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 ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1000pj vs the ZR1.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and ZR1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and ZR1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography info
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography info
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S1000pj
Sports photography with Panasonic ZR1
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1000pj
Travel photography with Panasonic ZR1
57
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
57
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography information
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography information
32
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
32
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging information
Panasonic ZR1 Vlogging information
28
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
28
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic ZR1
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Alternative name - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2009-07-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed Venus Engine V
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 5.10 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175g (0.39 lbs) 158g (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $289 $280