Nikon L810 vs Nikon S100

The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L810 vs Nikon S100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The L810 was revealed 6 months after the S100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the L810 grades versus the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 offers outside measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L810 vs Nikon S100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L810 vs the S100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and S100 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and S100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.