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Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100

Portability
50
Imaging
65
Features
79
Overall
70
Canon EOS-1D C front
 
Nikon Coolpix S100 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Key Specs

Canon 1D C
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Released April 2012
Nikon S100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
  • Launched August 2011
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the S100 (16MP) is relatively similar but the 1D C (Full frame) and S100 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The 1D C was revealed 8 months later than the S100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon S100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D C matches up vs the S100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon S100

 1D C S100 
LaunchedApril 2012August 2011Fresher by 8 months
Screen resolution1040k820kSharper screen (+220k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Canon 1D C

 S100 1D C 
Screen sizing3.5"3.2"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon S100

 1D C S100 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 1D C offers exterior dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D C versus the S100.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D C and S100 is 50 and 94 respectively.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and S100.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D C with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 1D C will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher 1D C should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 sensor size comparison

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D C Portrait photography info
Nikon S100 Portrait photography info
79
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection focus
supports RAW formats
40
has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon 1D C
Street photography with Nikon S100
59
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
good ISO range (51,200)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
63
image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D C Sports photography highlights
Nikon S100 Sports photography highlights
75
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
38
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
max fps low (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (150 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 1D C
Travel photography with Nikon S100
59
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
65
has touch focus
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery (150 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D C Landscape photography factors
Nikon S100 Landscape photography factors
76
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
45
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
very good size screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
bad battery (150 shots)
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 1D C
Vlogging with Nikon S100
28
features face detection focus
great video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
has external mic jack
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
35
fairly wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon S100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D C and Nikon S100
 Canon EOS-1D CNikon Coolpix S100
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS-1D C Nikon Coolpix S100
Category Pro DSLR Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-04-12 2011-08-24
Physical type Large SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Dual Digic 5+ Expeed C2
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 18MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 -
Highest resolution 5184 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 51200 3200
Highest boosted ISO 204800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 61 -
Cross type focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.9-4.8
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Amount of lenses 250 -
Crop factor 1 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.2 inch 3.5 inch
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 820 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech Clear View II TFT LCD Organic LED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) None
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 (24 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1500 grams (3.31 lb) 175 grams (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 150 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E4N EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Two One
Retail price $6,499 $240