Nikon A10 vs Nikon S2900

Here, we are looking at the Nikon A10 and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A10 was released 13 months after the S2900 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A10 grades against the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Nikon Coolpix S2900. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Nikon S2900 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A10 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A10 compared to the S2900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and S2900 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A10 and S2900.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S2900 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent A10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.