Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was launched very close to the S620 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the A2100 IS grades against the S620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Nikon Coolpix S620. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Nikon S620
A2100 IS | S620 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Canon A2100 IS
S620 | A2100 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon S620
A2100 IS | S620 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS provides outer measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the A2100 IS vs the S620.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and S620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and S620.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
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 | 185g (0.41 lb) | 120g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $220 | $37 |