Canon A495 vs Nikon S100
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Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Launched August 2011

Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon A495 versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A495 (10MP) and S100 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A495 was launched 19 months prior to the S100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A495 grades versus the S100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 & Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are available at Canon A495 Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A495 over the Nikon S100
A495 | S100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Canon A495
S100 | A495 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 820k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+705k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A495 and Nikon S100
A495 | S100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S100 has dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon A495 versus Nikon S100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A495 versus the S100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and S100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S100 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A495 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Canon A495 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A495 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A495 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 820k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 150 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $109 | $240 |