Canon N100 vs Nikon A900

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon N100 and Nikon A900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the N100 (12MP) and A900 (20MP) and the N100 (1/1.7") and A900 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the A900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the N100 matches up versus the A900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N100 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The full galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon N100 has got outer measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon A900 has measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Examine the Canon N100 and Nikon A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the N100 and the A900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the N100 and A900 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and A900.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The N100 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon A900 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older N100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.