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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100

Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
29
Overall
39
Nikon Coolpix A100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs

Nikon A100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2016
Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2011
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon A100 and Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and S4100 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A100 was unveiled 5 years after the S4100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A100 grades vs the S4100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon S4100

 A100 S4100 
ReleasedJanuary 2016February 2011More modern by 60 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Nikon A100

 S4100 A100 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon S4100

 A100 S4100 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon A100 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Nikon S4100 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A100 against the S4100.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and S4100.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A100 to show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon A100
Portrait photography with Nikon S4100
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decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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decent MP (14 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon A100 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S4100 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides touch focus
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A100 Sports photography factors
Nikon S4100 Sports photography factors
48
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
good battery pack (250 CIPA)
max fps low (1.1 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
37
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (190 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon A100
Travel photography with Nikon S4100
70
good battery pack (250 shots)
decent megapixels (20MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
67
provides touch focus
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
bad battery power (190 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon A100 Landscape photography info
Nikon S4100 Landscape photography info
44
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
good battery pack (250 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
41
really wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery power (190 per charge)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon A100 Vlogging info
Nikon S4100 Vlogging info
32
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic port
33
really wide (26mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A100 and Nikon S4100
 Nikon Coolpix A100Nikon Coolpix S4100
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix A100 Nikon Coolpix S4100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2016-01-14 2011-02-09
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 20MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.1fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 119 gr (0.26 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 images 190 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL19 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $162 $140