Nikon Coolpix A1000 vs Nikon W300 — Which Is Better?
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Nikon · Compact · 16 MP · 1/2.3” · 4K video
Nikon Coolpix A1000
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Nikon · Compact · 16 MP · 1/2.3” · 4K video
Nikon W300
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon W300 are both compact cameras, released in 2019 and 2017 respectively. The W300 is the lighter, slimmer body, at 231 g and 112 x 66 x 29 mm against 330 g and 114 x 72 x 41 mm for the A1000. Its shallower 29 mm depth also takes up less room in a bag. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2019 | 2017 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
January 18, 2019 | May 31, 2017 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 114 x 72 x 41 mm | 112 x 66 x 29 mm |
| Camera weight | 330 g | 231 g |
| Optics | 55/100 | 52/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe A1000 is the stronger pick for candid action and dim interiors. Its 10 fps shooting captures more frames around a decisive moment than the W300's 7 fps, and 16 autofocus points against a single point make it far easier to focus on off-centre subjects. Its native ISO ceiling reaches 6400 against 1600 on the W300, which helps keep shutter speeds usable indoors, and both extend to 6400 ISO. The shared specifications keep file sizes and framing habits consistent. Both use a 16 MP CMOS sensor in the 1/2.3 inch format, offer in-body stabilisation for smoother handheld frames, and cap the shutter at 1/4000 second. | ||
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. |
CMOS | 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. |
10 fps045 | 7 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. |
12530200 | 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. |
64003003280000 | 16003003280000 |
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. |
10030200 | 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. |
64003003280000 | 64003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
844080 | 144080 |
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. |
400080032000 | 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. |
160300 | 10300 |
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 | 70/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe W300 is the clear choice for slow motion, capturing up to 120 fps against 30 fps on the A1000, four times the rate. That headroom lets you slow a splash or a golf swing well below real speed. Both cameras top out at 4K resolution, so neither limits a project to HD. Time-lapse fans can use either body without extra gear. Both offer built-in time-lapse recording and write MPEG-4 or MOV files, so clips drop into the same editing workflow. | ||
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. |
 4K | 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. |
3840 x 2160 | 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 | 120 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. |
 Yes | 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. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 54/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe W300 carries the outdoor kit. It has weather sealing for days when conditions turn, GPS that tags photos with coordinates for cataloguing a mountain hike, and Bluetooth for transfers to a phone. It also supports an external flash, while the A1000 offers only its built-in unit. The A1000 answers with friendlier controls. Its touch screen lets you tap to set focus, and the flip screen makes waist-level and self-framed shots practical, neither of which the W300 offers. Both displays are 3-inch TFT LCD panels with 921000 dots. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
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. |
No |  Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
No |  Yes |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
No |  Yes |
| Screen type | TFT 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 | No |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
9210001150001500000 | 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. |
 Yes | No |
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. |
No |  Yes |
| Storage & battery | 29/100 | 16/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryBattery ratings favour the W300, at 280 shots against 250 for the A1000. Both cameras run the same EN-EL12 battery, so spares are interchangeable between them. Storage and charging split the other way. The A1000 charges over USB, convenient when a power bank is the nearest source, while the W300 has no USB charging. The W300 does add internal storage beside its UHS-I SD card slot, giving files a second home. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible), Internal Storage |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
250 shots1505000 | 280 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | No |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the W300 if your photography happens outdoors in changeable weather. Its weather sealing, GPS tagging and 120 fps slow motion suit hikes and coastal days when you want coordinates on your photos and slow-motion clips of fast action.
Choose the A1000 for everyday and travel photography. Its 16 autofocus points and 10 fps burst rate suit moving kids and pets, while the ISO 6400 native ceiling gives more settings for dim interiors. The touch and flip screens, built-in flash and USB charging make it the more versatile camera around town.