Nikon P100 vs Nikon S9100

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P100 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P100 (10MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P100 was announced 12 months earlier than the S9100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P100 matches up against the S9100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P100 has outer measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P100 vs Nikon S9100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the P100 vs the S9100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and S9100 is 68 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P100 and S9100.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9100 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older P100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.