Nikon
COOLPIX P1000
125x superzoom bridge with 24–3000mm equivalent reach, RAW, and 4K — the ultimate birding compact.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
Sony
RX10 IV
1-inch bridge with 24–600mm f/2.4–4 zoom, 24fps AF tracking, and pro video features.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2017
COOLPIX P1000 is 1 year newer.
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Wins
COOLPIX P1000
Wins
RX10 IV
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX10 IV has higher 1080p max frame rate (1000 fps vs 59.94 fps)
- BRX10 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (249 frames vs 60 frames)
- BRX10 IV has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 7 fps)
- BRX10 IV has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BRX10 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 493)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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COOLPIX P1000
146 × 119 × 181 mm
1415 g (3.12 lb / 49.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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RX10 IV
133 × 94 × 145 mm
1095 g (2.41 lb / 38.63 oz)
COOLPIX P1000 is 14mm wider, 25mm taller, and 36mm thicker than RX10 IV.
COOLPIX P1000 is 320 g heavier than RX10 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 181mm COOLPIX P1000 · 145mm RX10 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
COOLPIX P1000
146 × 119 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
RX10 IV
133 × 94 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
COOLPIX P1000
146 × 181 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX10 IV
133 × 145 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX10 IV
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
COOLPIX P1000
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 146.3, 118.8, 181.3
Codecs
Adds H.264, MPEG-4
Reasons to choose
RX10 IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 94, 145
1080p max frame rate
1000 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
249 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
24 fps vs 7 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD, XAVC S
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only RX10 IV supports it
Touchscreen
Only RX10 IV supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
COOLPIX P1000
Pros
- ✓125x 24–3000mm zoom
- ✓RAW support
- ✓4K video
- ✓Incredible reach
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Very large body
- –Slow at tele end
RX10 IV
Pros
- ✓24–600mm reach
- ✓24fps with AF
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Strong all-in-one travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large bridge body
- –Expensive for sensor size
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, COOLPIX P1000 or RX10 IV?
RX10 IV scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for COOLPIX P1000 — 24fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the COOLPIX P1000 and RX10 IV?
COOLPIX P1000 is 16 MP and RX10 IV is 20.1 MP, so the RX10 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the COOLPIX P1000 and RX10 IV have in-body image stabilization?
COOLPIX P1000 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while RX10 IV has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the COOLPIX P1000 or the RX10 IV?
COOLPIX P1000 reaches 15 fps electronic. RX10 IV reaches 24 fps mechanical.
What's the weight difference between the COOLPIX P1000 and RX10 IV?
COOLPIX P1000 weighs 1415 g and RX10 IV weighs 1095 g, so the RX10 IV is 320 g lighter.
Do the COOLPIX P1000 and RX10 IV record 4K video?
COOLPIX P1000: 4K up to 29.97p. RX10 IV: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the COOLPIX P1000 and RX10 IV weather sealed?
COOLPIX P1000: No. RX10 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 250 shots (CIPA) for the COOLPIX P1000 and 370 shots for the RX10 IV, giving the RX10 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
COOLPIX P1000 launched at $999 and RX10 IV at $1,699. The COOLPIX P1000 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Nikon and Sony press materials.