Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon S100

Here, we are contrasting the Canon A4000 IS and Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A4000 IS was launched 6 months after the S100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A4000 IS matches up against the S100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are available at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A4000 IS features external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A4000 IS against the S100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and S100 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A4000 IS and S100.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.