Nikon P310 vs Nikon S100

Following is a detailed overview of the Nikon P310 and Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P310 was unveiled 11 months after the S100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the P310 matches up versus the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The full galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Nikon P310 and Nikon S100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the P310 and the S100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and S100 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and S100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern P310 provides a benefit in sensor tech.