Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S980

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 6 months after the S980 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1000pj matches up against the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj features external 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) and the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj versus the S980.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S980.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.