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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S630 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Key Specs

Canon A1100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
  • Launched February 2009
Nikon S630
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Canon A1100 IS and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was revealed around the same time to the S630 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A1100 IS matches up versus the S630 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Nikon S630

 A1100 IS S630 

Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Canon A1100 IS

 S630 A1100 IS 
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Nikon S630

 A1100 IS S630 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009February 2009Same age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon A1100 IS and Nikon S630 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A1100 IS vs the S630.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 top view buttons comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1100 IS and S630.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 sensor size comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Portrait photography details
Nikon S630 Portrait photography details
26
has face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
20
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Street photography features
Nikon S630 Street photography features
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Sports photography highlights
Nikon S630 Sports photography highlights
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Travel photography highlights
Nikon S630 Travel photography highlights
50
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
56
flash built-in
long zoom (260mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A1100 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S630 as a Landscape photography camera
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Vlogging advice
Nikon S630 Vlogging advice
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic support
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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon S630 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A1100 IS and Nikon S630
 Canon PowerShot A1100 ISNikon Coolpix S630
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Nikon Coolpix S630
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-18 2009-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 37-260mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-5.6 f/3.5-5.3
Macro focus range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 115 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150g (0.33 lb) 140g (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model 2 x AA EN-L12
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $160 $240