Canon S100 vs Nikon S630

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon S100 versus Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very similar but the S100 (1/1.7") and S630 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S100 was introduced 2 years after the S630 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S100 scores against the S630 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S100 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon S100 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Nikon S630 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Canon S100 versus Nikon S630 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S100 vs the S630.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and S630.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The S100 offers the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The newer S100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.