Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A100 (20MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A100 was launched 13 months later than the S2900 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A100 matches up vs the S2900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon S2900
A100 | S2900 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Nikon A100
S2900 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon S2900
A100 | S2900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 has got physical measurements 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 S2900 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S2900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A100 versus the S2900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and S2900.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer A100 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-01-14 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.1fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photographs | 250 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $162 | $117 |