Canon S200 vs Nikon S6100

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S200 versus Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and S6100 (16MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and S6100 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was announced 3 years after the S6100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S200 grades vs the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon S200 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S200 versus Nikon S6100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S200 versus the S6100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S200 and S6100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and S6100.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S200 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S6100 will render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.