Canon N vs Nikon L100

Here, we are looking at the Canon N vs Nikon L100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 3 years later than the L100 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the N grades vs the L100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon N provides external dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon L100 has specifications of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon N vs Nikon L100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the N against the L100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and L100 is 93 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the N and L100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon N to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher N should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.