Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000
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Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Released August 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Released July 2018
- Old Model is Nikon P900

Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX170 IS versus Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was released 5 years prior to the P1000 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the SX170 IS grades against the P1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Nikon Coolpix P1000. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Nikon P1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Nikon P1000
SX170 IS | P1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Canon SX170 IS
P1000 | SX170 IS | |||
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Released | July 2018 | ![]() | August 2013 | More modern by 59 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Nikon P1000
SX170 IS | P1000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Nikon P1000 has proportions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX170 IS versus Nikon P1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX170 IS and the P1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and P1000 is 88 and 49 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and P1000.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX170 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Nikon Coolpix P1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2018-07-10 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Nikon Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-3000mm (125.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251g (0.55 pounds) | 1415g (3.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $1,000 |