Canon N vs Nikon S9100

Its time to look more closely at the Canon N and Nikon S9100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The N was manufactured 18 months later than the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the N scores versus the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon N features outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has sizing of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Canon N and Nikon S9100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the N compared to the S9100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the N and S9100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the N and S9100.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent N should have an edge in sensor technology.