Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon A1000

Following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and A1000 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was unveiled 8 years before the A1000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades versus the A1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F600 EXR comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 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).

Examine the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon A1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR compared to the A1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and A1000 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and A1000.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F600 EXR includes the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm F600 EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.