Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost 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
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS50
- New Model is Panasonic ZS70

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic ZS60, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was announced 7 years earlier than the ZS60 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1000pj grades versus the ZS60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Panasonic ZS60
S1000pj | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S1000pj
ZS60 | S1000pj | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 78 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Panasonic ZS60
S1000pj | ZS60 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj offers exterior 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) while the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic ZS60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj vs the ZS60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and ZS60 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and ZS60.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 282 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $289 | $248 |