Nikon S1000pj vs Panasonic ZS70

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S1000pj versus Panasonic ZS70, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was unveiled 8 years prior to the ZS70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1000pj grades against the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S1000pj vs the ZS70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and ZS70 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and ZS70.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to give you more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.