Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S6100

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon S6100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was brought out 8 years later than the S6100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A1000 grades versus the S6100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 provides physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6100 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon S6100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A1000 compared to the S6100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and S6100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and S6100.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent A1000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.