Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Previous Model is Nikon A900

Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8500 versus Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8500 was introduced 7 years before the A1000 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the A1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S8500 | A1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Fujifilm S8500
A1000 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 73 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Nikon A1000
Fujifilm S8500 | A1000 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while 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).
See the Fujifilm S8500 versus Nikon A1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the A1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and A1000 is 61 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and A1000.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S8500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon A1000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix A1000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2019-01-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/7000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 670g (1.48 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 | - | 250 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $500 | $477 |