Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced February 2012
- Successor is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Successor is Nikon S9300
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe L810 was revealed 7 months later than the S9100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L810 matches up vs the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon S9100
L810 | S9100 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | July 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Nikon L810
S9100 | L810 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon S9100
L810 | S9100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L810 features external 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 S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the L810 and the S9100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and S9100 is 74 and 91 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and S9100.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon L810 to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern L810 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 gr (0.95 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $280 | $329 |