Nikon A100 vs Nikon S6400

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and S6400 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A100 was manufactured 3 years after the S6400 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A100 scores vs the S6400 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Nikon Coolpix S6400. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery and Nikon S6400 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A100 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6400 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Nikon A100 versus Nikon S6400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A100 compared to the S6400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and S6400 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and S6400.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon A100 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern A100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.