Nikon P7100 vs Nikon S9100

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon P7100 and Nikon S9100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P7100 (10MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P7100 (1/1.7") and S9100 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The P7100 was introduced 8 months after the S9100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P7100 scores versus the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7100 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P7100 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the P7100 against the S9100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7100 and S9100 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7100 and S9100.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7100 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S9100 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger P7100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.