Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000
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Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs
(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
- Older Model is Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched June 2010
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon S8000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A1000 was released 8 years later than the S8000 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A1000 matches up against the S8000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Nikon S8000
A1000 | S8000 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | June 2010 | Fresher by 105 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Nikon A1000
S8000 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Nikon S8000
A1000 | S8000 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Same display resolution |
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 comes with exterior dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has sizing of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon S8000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A1000 against the S8000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and S8000 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and S8000.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon A1000 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer A1000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S8000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-01-18 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) | 183 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $477 | $300 |