Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Introduced 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
- Launched January 2019
- Previous Model is Nikon A900

Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S4500 and Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4500 was introduced 8 years prior to the A1000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S4500 scores against the A1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S4500 | A1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Fujifilm S4500
A1000 | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 85 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4500 and Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S4500 | A1000 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4500 has got external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Nikon A1000 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S4500 and Nikon A1000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 and the A1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4500 and A1000 is 67 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S4500 and A1000.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon A1000 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4500 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2019-01-18 |
Body design | 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 resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Max 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 diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 98 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 543g (1.20 pounds) | 330g (0.73 pounds) |
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 All around 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 photographs | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | AA | 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/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $477 |