Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Older Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
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Lets look more closely at the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S100 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX610 HS was released 3 years after the S100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX610 HS grades against the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Nikon S100
| SX610 HS | S100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2015 |  | August 2011 | Newer by 42 months |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 820k | Clearer display (+102k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Canon SX610 HS
| S100 | SX610 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S100
| SX610 HS | S100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the S100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and S100.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S100 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-08-24 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
| Screen resolution | 922k dots | 820k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | - | Organic LED monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.5fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 191 gr (0.42 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 270 shots | 150 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $214 | $240 |