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Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
23
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix A10 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Key Specs

Nikon A10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released January 2016
Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Launched August 2010
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Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the S1100pj (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A10 was announced 5 years after the S1100pj which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the A10 grades versus the S1100pj in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Nikon S1100pj

 A10 S1100pj 
LaunchedJanuary 2016August 2010More modern by 66 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Nikon A10

 S1100pj A10 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon A10 and Nikon S1100pj

 A10 S1100pj 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A10 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon S1100pj has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the A10 against the S1100pj.

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and S1100pj is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj top view buttons comparison

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and S1100pj.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A10 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer A10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj sensor size comparison

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon A10
Portrait photography with Nikon S1100pj
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon A10 Street photography highlights
Nikon S1100pj Street photography highlights
56
image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than average in class (160 grams)
54
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (180 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A10 Sports photography information
Nikon S1100pj Sports photography information
37
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.2 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon A10 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S1100pj as a Travel photography camera
62
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (160 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
61
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (180g)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon A10 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S1100pj as a Landscape photography camera
39
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
42
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon A10
Vlogging with Nikon S1100pj
30
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
more heavy than average in class (160g)
29
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (180g)
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Nikon A10 vs Nikon S1100pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A10 and Nikon S1100pj
 Nikon Coolpix A10Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix A10 Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2016-01-14 2010-08-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.2fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync -
External flash
AEB
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 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 gr (0.35 lbs) 180 gr (0.40 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9")
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 200 photographs -
Battery format AA -
Battery ID - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $90 $399