Canon A480 vs Nikon A100

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A480 and Nikon A100, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and A100 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A480 was unveiled 8 years before the A100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A480 scores vs the A100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A480 & Nikon Coolpix A100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A480 Gallery & Nikon A100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A480 enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon A100 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A480 vs the A100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A480 and A100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A480 and A100.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon A100 to provide extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older A480 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.