Canon S200 vs Nikon L21

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon S200 and Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and L21 (8MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and L21 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The S200 was unveiled 4 years after the L21 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S200 scores against the L21 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The full galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon S200 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has sizing of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S200 against the L21.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S200 and L21 is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and L21.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S200 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon S200 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.