Nikon L100 vs Nikon S570

Below, we are comparing the Nikon L100 versus Nikon S570, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the S570 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L100 was announced 6 months earlier than the S570 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L100 scores against the S570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Nikon Coolpix S570. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Nikon S570 has dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L100 versus Nikon S570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the L100 versus the S570.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and S570 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L100 and S570.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S570 to resolve more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.