Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced July 2009
(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
- Replaced the Nikon A900

Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm A170 and Nikon A1000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and A1000 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A170 was introduced 10 years earlier than the A1000 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm A170 matches up vs the A1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Nikon A1000
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Fujifilm A170
A1000 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 115 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A170 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon A1000 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm A170 and Nikon A1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm A170 vs the A1000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A170 and A1000 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and A1000.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A1000 to give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2019-01-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 330 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $80 | $477 |