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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000

Portability
78
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A1000 front
Portability
86
Imaging
42
Features
64
Overall
50

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs

FujiFilm S1600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S1770
Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
  • 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
  • Released January 2019
  • Superseded the Nikon A900
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and A1000 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 10 years prior to the A1000 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1600 scores versus the A1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Nikon A1000

 S1600 A1000 

Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the FujiFilm S1600

 A1000 S1600 
ReleasedJanuary 2019February 2010More modern by 109 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon A1000

 S1600 A1000 
Display size3"3"Same display size

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S1600 and the A1000.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and A1000 is 78 and 86 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and A1000.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon A1000 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Portrait photography features
Nikon A1000 Portrait photography features
20
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
51
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Street photography features
Nikon A1000 Street photography features
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
74
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
includes touch to focus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Sports photography info
Nikon A1000 Sports photography info
33
great zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
49
amazing zoom range (24-840mm 35.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (250 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S1600
Travel photography with Nikon A1000
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (420mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
72
includes touch to focus
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (840mm)
not so great battery pack (250 per charge)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon A1000 Landscape photography highlights
36
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
55
manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (250 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Vlogging info
Nikon A1000 Vlogging info
25
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
72
decently wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
no microphone support
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon A1000
 FujiFilm FinePix S1600Nikon Coolpix A1000
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S1600 Nikon Coolpix A1000
Also called FinePix S1770 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-02-02 2019-01-18
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
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 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-420mm (15.0x) 24-840mm (35.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.4-6.9
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 99% 98%
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 6.00 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None No
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337 gr (0.74 lb) 330 gr (0.73 lb)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $130 $477