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Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Portability
86
Imaging
42
Features
64
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix A1000 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
40
Overall
37

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs

Nikon A1000
(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
  • Introduced January 2019
  • Replaced the Nikon A900
Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Introduced May 2012
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Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The A1000 was revealed 6 years later than the TG-1 iHS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A1000 grades against the TG-1 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 A1000 TG-1 iHS 
IntroducedJanuary 2019May 2012Fresher by 82 months
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution921k610kSharper screen (+311k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Nikon A1000

 TG-1 iHS A1000 

Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS

 A1000 TG-1 iHS 
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 has got external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A1000 and the TG-1 iHS.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and TG-1 iHS is 86 and 91 respectively.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS top view buttons comparison

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and TG-1 iHS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon A1000 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger A1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS sensor size comparison

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon A1000 Portrait photography details
Olympus TG-1 iHS Portrait photography details
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has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
27
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon A1000 Street photography advice
Olympus TG-1 iHS Street photography advice
74
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
offers touch to focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A1000 Sports photography features
Olympus TG-1 iHS Sports photography features
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incredible zoom range (24-840mm 35.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (250 shots)
has no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery power (350 CIPA)
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon A1000 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Travel photography camera
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offers touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
rather wide (24mm)
long reach (840mm)
low battery pack (250 shots)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
68
good battery power (350 per charge)
environment proofing
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
does not have Timelapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon A1000 Landscape photography features
Olympus TG-1 iHS Landscape photography features
55
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (250 shots)
46
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
good battery power (350 shots)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon A1000 Vlogging factors
Olympus TG-1 iHS Vlogging factors
72
rather wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
missing microphone support
36
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone port
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Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
 Nikon Coolpix A1000Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix A1000 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Introduced 2019-01-18 2012-05-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TruePic VI
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 3968 x 2976
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-840mm (35.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-6.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 921k dot 610k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 1,166k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 98 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS No BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 330 gr (0.73 lbs) 230 gr (0.51 lbs)
Dimensions 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 350 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - LI90B
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes (2 and 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $477 $399