Canon D30 vs Nikon S100
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![Canon PowerShot D30 front Canon PowerShot D30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-D30/Canon-D30-front.jpg)
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Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014
(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
- Released August 2011
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Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Canon D30 vs Nikon S100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and S100 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The D30 was unveiled 2 years later than the S100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the D30 matches up vs the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Nikon S100
D30 | S100 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Canon D30
S100 | D30 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 820k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+359k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Nikon S100
D30 | S100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon D30 has physical dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the D30 vs the S100.
![Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 size comparison Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D30 and S100 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 top view buttons comparison Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and S100.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S100 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer D30 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 sensor size comparison Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D30 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 820 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II LCD | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | 150 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $329 | $240 |