Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9100

Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was revealed 7 years after the S9100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A1000 matches up versus the S9100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 provides external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A1000 compared to the S9100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and S9100 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and S9100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon A1000 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger A1000 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.