Canon S95 vs Nikon S100

Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon S95 versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and S100 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and S100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The S95 was manufactured 9 months prior to the S100 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S95 matches up versus the S100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S95 & Nikon Coolpix S100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon S95 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S95 against the S100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S95 and S100.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S95 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S100 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S95 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.