Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S100

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon S100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 2 years after the S100 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the S100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Nikon Coolpix S100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon S100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX700 HS versus the S100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and S100 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and S100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX700 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.