Canon D10 vs Nikon S33
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Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Released February 2015

Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon D10 vs Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is pretty well matched but the D10 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

The D10 was announced 6 years earlier than the S33 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D10 scores vs the S33 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Nikon S33
D10 | S33 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Canon D10
S33 | D10 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 68 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Nikon S33
D10 | S33 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 provides exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S33 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the D10 and the S33.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and S33 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and S33.
All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D10 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S33 will resolve more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged D10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D10 vs Nikon S33 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix S33 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix S33 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-01 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3.1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.7 x 3.5mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 16.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/5000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 4.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lb) | 221 grams (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 220 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $150 |