Nikon A100 vs Nikon S01

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon A100 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and S01 (10MP) and the A100 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") provide totally different sensor size.

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The A100 was released 2 years after the S01 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the A100 matches up versus the S01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Nikon Coolpix S01. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon A100 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Nikon S01 has proportions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A100 and the S01.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and S01 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A100 and S01.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon A100 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern A100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.