Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic FZ1000

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic FZ1000, both Large Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1").

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The FZ1000 II was announced 4 years later than the FZ1000 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FZ1000 II grades against the FZ1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ1000 II offers external measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ1000 II vs the FZ1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and FZ1000 is 55 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 II and FZ1000.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer FZ1000 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.