Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Nikon
COOLPIX A1000
Compact 35x superzoom with 4K, EVF, and tilting touchscreen for travel on a budget.
$479
Launch priceReleased Jan 2019
X100VI is 5.1 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
COOLPIX A1000
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 15.9 MP)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 11 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 72 × 41 mm
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
X100VI is 14mm wider, 3mm taller, and 14mm thicker than COOLPIX A1000.
X100VI is 191 g heavier than COOLPIX A1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 41mm COOLPIX A1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 72 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
COOLPIX A1000
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
13.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100VI
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 15.9 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only X100VI supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only X100VI supports it
Reasons to choose
COOLPIX A1000
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.2, 72.2, 41.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only COOLPIX A1000 supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
Weight
330 g vs 521 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
COOLPIX A1000
Pros
- ✓35x zoom in compact body
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited low light
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X100VI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X100VI or COOLPIX A1000?
X100VI scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for COOLPIX A1000 — 40.2MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and COOLPIX A1000?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and COOLPIX A1000 is 15.9 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and COOLPIX A1000 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while COOLPIX A1000 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the COOLPIX A1000?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. COOLPIX A1000 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and COOLPIX A1000?
X100VI weighs 521 g and COOLPIX A1000 weighs 330 g, so the COOLPIX A1000 is 191 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and COOLPIX A1000 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. COOLPIX A1000: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and COOLPIX A1000 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. COOLPIX A1000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the COOLPIX A1000, giving the COOLPIX A1000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and COOLPIX A1000 at $479. The COOLPIX A1000 is $1,120 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Nikon press materials.