Nikon A10 vs Nikon S02

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon A10 vs Nikon S02, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the A10 (16MP) and S02 (13MP) and the A10 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The A10 was brought out 2 years after the S02 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A10 scores against the S02 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Nikon Coolpix S02. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Nikon S02 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon A10 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S02 has specifications of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A10 against the S02.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A10 and S02 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and S02.

All in all, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A10 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon A10 will render more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher A10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.