Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S100

Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon S100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the S100 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced 14 months prior to the S100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX210 IS matches up versus the S100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix S100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon S100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS versus the S100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and S100 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and S100.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S100 to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.