Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- Updated by Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L810 was brought out 12 months after the S6100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L810 scores against the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon S6100
L810 | S6100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Nikon L810
S6100 | L810 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon S6100
L810 | S6100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L810 has physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L810 against the S6100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and S6100 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and S6100.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer L810 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 lb) | 175g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 210 pictures |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $195 |