Nikon A1000 weighs
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and has external dimensions of
114 x 72 x 41 mm (4.49 x 2.83 x 1.61″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Nikon A1000 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 41mm, it is not small either, 12mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Nikon A1000 with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Nikon A1000 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon A1000, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Nikon A1000 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Nikon A1000 size with the camera that it replaced: Nikon A900 (Check A1000 vs ). Nikon A900 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Nikon A1000.
Comparison image of Nikon A1000 and Nikon A900 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Nikon A1000 with its main competitors:
Nikon A1000 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Nikon A1000 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.