Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570
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![Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S570 front Nikon Coolpix S570 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S570/Nikon-S570-front.jpg)
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The A2100 IS was unveiled 5 months before the S570 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A2100 IS grades versus the S570 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Nikon S570
A2100 IS | S570 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Canon A2100 IS
S570 | A2100 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon S570
A2100 IS | S570 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS offers external measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S570 has measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A2100 IS vs the S570.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and S570 is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and S570.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S570 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S570 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lb) | 140 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $220 | $180 |