Canon A480 vs Nikon S01

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon A480 versus Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the S01 (10MP) is very close but the A480 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") have different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The A480 was announced 5 years before the S01 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the A480 scores against the S01 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A480 and Nikon Coolpix S01. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A480 Gallery and Nikon S01 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A480 offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S01 has measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

Look at the Canon A480 versus Nikon S01 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A480 vs the S01.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A480 and S01 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A480 and S01.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The A480 features the larger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The older A480 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.