Canon D10 vs Nikon S02

Lets look more closely at the Canon D10 versus Nikon S02, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S02 (13MP) is pretty comparable but the D10 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") have different sensor size.

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The D10 was revealed 5 years prior to the S02 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon D10 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S02 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D10 scores versus the S02 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix S02. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon S02 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon S02 has measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Contrast the Canon D10 versus Nikon S02 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D10 and the S02.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and S02 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D10 and S02.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D10 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S02 will show more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older D10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.