Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500
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Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2019
- Succeeded the Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 236g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Previous Model is Sony WX350
Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A1000 was introduced 3 years after the WX500 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A1000 grades vs the WX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Sony WX500
A1000 | WX500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | April 2015 | Newer by 46 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX500 over the Nikon A1000
WX500 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Sony WX500
A1000 | WX500 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Same screen resolution |
Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 enjoys outside dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A1000 vs the WX500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and WX500 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and WX500.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX500 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher A1000 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon A1000 vs Sony WX500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2019-01-18 | 2015-04-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 lbs) | 236 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
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 photographs | 360 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $477 | $348 |