Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300
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Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2019
- Superseded the Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon W300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe A1000 was announced 20 months later than the W300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the A1000 grades against the W300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Nikon W300
A1000 | W300 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | May 2017 | More recent by 20 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon A1000
W300 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Nikon W300
A1000 | W300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Identical screen resolution |
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 comes with outer dimensions 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 W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon W300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the A1000 against the W300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and W300 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and W300.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern A1000 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A1000 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2019-01-18 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 231 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 280 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $477 | $387 |