Nikon A1000 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung HZ50W 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
- Older Model is Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5500
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Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon A1000 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A1000 was unveiled 8 years later than the HZ50W and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the A1000 matches up versus the HZ50W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Samsung HZ50W
| A1000 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2019 |  | May 2010 | More recent by 107 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Nikon A1000
| HZ50W | A1000 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Samsung HZ50W
| A1000 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 features outer dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the A1000 versus the HZ50W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and HZ50W is 86 and 70 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and HZ50W.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A1000 to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger A1000 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also called | - | WB5500 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2019-01-18 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 426 grams (0.94 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $477 | $250 |
