Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ1000 II has external dimensions of 136 x 97 x 132 mm (5.35 x 3.82 x 5.2″) and weighs 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz) (including batteries). Nikon A1000 has external dimensions of 114 x 72 x 41 mm (4.49 x 2.83 x 1.61″) and weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000. Nikon A1000 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 22mm narrower, 25mm shorter and 91mm thinner than Panasonic FZ1000 II.
Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000.
Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000.
Top View Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon A1000 is significantly lighter (478g ) than the Panasonic FZ1000 II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II nor Nikon Coolpix A1000 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ1000 II and Nikon A1000's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Nikon A1000 features a
Tilting only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over the head levels. On the other hand, Panasonic FZ1000 II sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful especially for taking Selfie shots and video.