Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100
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Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Later Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Renewed by Nikon S9300
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX130 IS was brought out 11 months earlier than the S9100 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX130 IS matches up against the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Nikon S9100
SX130 IS | S9100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Canon SX130 IS
S9100 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | August 2010 | More recent by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Nikon S9100
SX130 IS | S9100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX130 IS against the S9100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and S9100 is 85 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and S9100.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $250 | $329 |