Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic FZ150 and Nikon A1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ150 has external dimensions of 124 x 82 x 92 mm (4.88 x 3.23 x 3.62″) and weighs 528 g (1.16 lb / 18.62 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 the Panasonic FZ150 and the Nikon A1000. Nikon A1000 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 51mm thinner than Panasonic FZ150.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ150 and Nikon A1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ150 and Nikon A1000.
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 (198g ) than the Panasonic FZ150 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 nor Nikon Coolpix A1000 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, 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 FZ150 and Nikon A1000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
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 FZ150 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.