Canon N100 vs Nikon L100

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon N100 vs Nikon L100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and L100 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The N100 was announced 4 years later than the L100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the N100 scores vs the L100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N100 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N100 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 has external dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon L100 has dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the N100 and the L100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and L100 is 89 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the N100 and L100.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon N100 will resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher N100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.