Canon D10 vs Nikon S8100

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon D10 versus Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D10 was released 14 months prior to the S8100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D10 matches up vs the S8100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Canon D10 versus Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D10 vs the S8100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and S8100 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and S8100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older D10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.