Nikon A900 vs Nikon S30

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon A900 versus Nikon S30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and S30 (10MP) and the A900 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The A900 was brought out 4 years after the S30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A900 grades vs the S30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Nikon Coolpix S30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A900 versus the S30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and S30 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and S30.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A900 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon A900 will produce extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher A900 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.