Canon N vs Nikon S8100
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36 Features
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![Canon PowerShot N front Canon PowerShot N front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-N/Canon-N-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S8100 front Nikon Coolpix S8100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100/Nikon-S8100-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
35 Features
36 Overall
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Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010
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Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon N vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The N was launched 2 years after the S8100 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the N matches up versus the S8100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Nikon S8100
N | S8100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 29 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Canon N
S8100 | N | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon N and Nikon S8100
N | S8100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus |
Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N enjoys external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon S8100 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Canon N vs Nikon S8100 in the all 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)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the N vs the S8100.
![Canon N vs Nikon S8100 size comparison Canon N vs Nikon S8100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-N-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and S8100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Canon N vs Nikon S8100 top view buttons comparison Canon N vs Nikon S8100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-N-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the N and S8100.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent N should have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon N vs Nikon S8100 sensor size comparison Canon N vs Nikon S8100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-N-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon N vs Nikon S8100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-N-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-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 N vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-09-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 200 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $299 |