Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and S7000 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A100 was released 12 months later than the S7000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A100 matches up versus the S7000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Nikon Coolpix S7000. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery and Nikon S7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon S7000
A100 | S7000 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Nikon A100
S7000 | A100 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon S7000
A100 | S7000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 features outer measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Nikon S7000 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A100 and the S7000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and S7000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and S7000.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon A100 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher A100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S7000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S7000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-14 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.1 frames/s | 9.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.70 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lbs) | 165g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $162 | $280 |