Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic ZS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was launched 4 years before the ZS25 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the S1000pj scores against the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj and the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS25 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.