Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S33

Here is a extensive review of the Canon A2100 IS versus Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is relatively well matched but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The A2100 IS was revealed 7 years prior to the S33 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2100 IS matches up vs the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Nikon Coolpix S33. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Nikon S33 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS features outer measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S33 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2100 IS versus Nikon S33 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A2100 IS vs the S33.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and S33 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and S33.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A2100 IS with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S33 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older A2100 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.