Nikon Coolpix A10 vs Nikon Coolpix A1000 — Which Is Better?
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Nikon · Compact · 16 MP · 1/2.3” · Standard HD video
Nikon Coolpix A10
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Nikon · Compact · 16 MP · 1/2.3” · 4K video
Nikon Coolpix A1000
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Nikon Coolpix A10 and Nikon Coolpix A1000 are both compact cameras with fixed lenses, released three years apart. The A10, from 2016, is a simple point-and-shoot for casual snapshots. The A1000, from 2019, packs far more capability into its larger body. The A10 is the smaller and lighter camera by a wide margin. It measures 96 x 59 x 29 mm and weighs 160 g, while the A1000 measures 114 x 72 x 41 mm and weighs 330 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
January 14, 2016 | January 18, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 96 x 59 x 29 mm | 114 x 72 x 41 mm |
| Camera weight | 160 g | 330 g |
| Optics | 49/100 | 55/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe A1000 is the clear winner for capturing moving subjects. Its 10 fps continuous rate gives a real burst of frames to pick from, against 1.2 fps on the A10. Its 16 autofocus points let you place focus off-centre, while the A10 offers a single point. Resolution and sensor format match at 16 MP on a 1/2.3-inch sensor, though the A10 uses a CCD sensor and the A1000 a CMOS one. The A1000 also reaches a native ISO of 6400, four times the A10's 1600 ceiling. Its 1/4000-second maximum setting gives a shorter exposure than the A10's 1/2000 second for freezing motion. Both include in-body stabilisation to steady handheld shots. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
16 MP050 | 16 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
6.17 x 4.55 | 6.17 x 4.55 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 1/2.3” | 1/2.3” |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
1.2 fps045 | 10 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Unspecified |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 | 4:3 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
8030200 | 12530200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
16003003280000 | 64003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
8030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
16003003280000 | 64003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
444080 | 844080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
200080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
10300 | 160300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | None |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 34/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe A1000 is the better pick if you want video worth keeping. It records 4K video, while the A10 tops out at Standard HD, so its footage is sharper and leaves more room to crop when editing. Both cameras share a 30 fps maximum frame rate. The A1000 also offers a built-in time-lapse mode for clouds and sunsets, which the A10 lacks. Both record to MOV files, and the A1000 adds MPEG-4. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Standard HD |  4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 30 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
No |  Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 47/100 | 54/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe A1000's tilting screen makes framing at awkward angles easier, from ground-level flowers to overhead crowds. Its 3-inch TFT LCD is also much sharper, with 921000 dots against the A10's 230000, so playback and menus read more clearly. The A10's 2.7-inch screen is fixed in place. Both cameras offer touch control, live view and a built-in flash, and both transfer photos over Wi-Fi. The A10 offers Bluetooth for a simple pairing link, which the A1000 lacks. Neither has GPS or weather sealing, so neither records shot locations. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
✗ | ✗ |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
2300001150001500000 | 9210001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
No |  Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 24/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe A10 is the better camera for long days away from a charger. Its two AA batteries are rated for 400 shots and can be swapped for fresh AAs bought almost anywhere. The A1000's EN-EL12 rechargeable pack is rated for 250 shots, though it supports USB charging for convenient top-ups. Both cameras write to the same SD, SDHC and SDXC card types, and both have a single card slot. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | 2 x AA batteries | EN-EL12 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
400 shots1505000 | 250 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | No |  Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The A1000 is the better buy for most photographers. It is the camera for 4K holiday clips, 10 fps bursts of kids or pets, moving subjects with 16 AF points, and time-lapse projects. Its tilting, sharper screen makes low-angle and overhead compositions easier to frame.
Choose the A10 only if simplicity and endurance matter more than capability. At 160 g it weighs less than half the A1000's 330 g, and its AA batteries and 400-shot rating suit camping trips or a glovebox camera.