Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160
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Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 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
- Announced January 2019
- Old Model is Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1000 was brought out 7 years later than the VG-160 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A1000 scores versus the VG-160 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Olympus VG-160. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Olympus VG-160
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Introduced | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 86 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Nikon A1000
VG-160 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Olympus VG-160
A1000 | VG-160 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 enjoys outside dimensions 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 VG-160 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A1000 and the VG-160.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and VG-160 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and VG-160.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon A1000 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern A1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A1000 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Olympus VG-160 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-01-18 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 images | 165 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $477 | $90 |