Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200
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Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 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
- Introduced January 2019
- Succeeded the Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon A1000 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A1000 was announced 6 years after the H200 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A1000 grades vs the H200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Sony H200
A1000 | H200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 74 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Nikon A1000
H200 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Sony H200
A1000 | H200 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 features external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
Check out the Nikon A1000 versus Sony H200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A1000 versus the H200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and H200 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and H200.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H200 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher A1000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A1000 vs Sony H200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2019-01-18 | 2013-01-08 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 20cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 530g (1.17 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $477 | $250 |