Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
(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 S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4200 was manufactured 8 years prior to the A1000 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades versus the A1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S4200 | A1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Fujifilm S4200
A1000 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 85 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S4200 | A1000 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4200 features physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Nikon A1000 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon A1000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 versus the A1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and A1000 is 67 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4200 and A1000.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon A1000 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 98 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 543 grams (1.20 lb) | 330 grams (0.73 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 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 | 300 pictures | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $200 | $477 |