Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9300

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was announced 6 years after the S9300 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the A1000 matches up against the S9300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Nikon S9300 has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1000 and the S9300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and S9300 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and S9300.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent A1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.