Nikon A1000 vs Nikon P310

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon A1000 and Nikon P310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Nikon. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the P310 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was announced 6 years after the P310 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A1000 scores vs the P310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix P310. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 has got external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A1000 compared to the P310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and P310 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and P310.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger A1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.