Nikon L110 vs Nikon S6100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon L110 versus Nikon S6100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the L110 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L110 was unveiled 12 months before the S6100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L110 grades vs the S6100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L110 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Nikon S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L110 versus Nikon S6100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the L110 against the S6100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L110 and S6100 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L110 and S6100.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6100 to give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older L110 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.