Nikon S01 vs Nikon S3000

Lets look closer at the Nikon S01 and Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S01 (1/2.9") and S3000 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S01 was revealed 3 years after the S3000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S01 matches up vs the S3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S01 Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S01 offers physical measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) and the Nikon S3000 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S01 and Nikon S3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S01 and the S3000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S01 and S3000 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and S3000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S01 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Nikon S3000 will show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent S01 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.