Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100
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Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Released July 2011
- New Model is Nikon S9300

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon D10 versus Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The D10 was brought out 24 months prior to the S9100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D10 grades vs the S9100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Nikon S9100
D10 | S9100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Canon D10
S9100 | D10 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Nikon S9100
D10 | S9100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 comes with external 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) whilst the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Canon D10 versus Nikon S9100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the D10 compared to the S9100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and S9100 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D10 and S9100.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged D10 will be behind in sensor technology.

Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D10 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-07-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/5000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $329 |