Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon D40

Here is a detailed review of the Canon A2100 IS versus Nikon D40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and D40 (6MP) and the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and D40 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The A2100 IS was revealed 2 years later than the D40 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon A2100 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A2100 IS grades vs the D40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Nikon D40. The full galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Nikon D40 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS provides exterior 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 D40 has measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A2100 IS and the D40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and D40 is 92 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and D40.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A2100 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon A2100 IS will produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent A2100 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.