Nikon S02 vs Nikon S1100pj

Below is a thorough review of the Nikon S02 versus Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the S1100pj (14MP) is pretty similar but the S02 (1/3") and S1100pj (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The S02 was unveiled 3 years later than the S1100pj and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S02 scores vs the S1100pj with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery & Nikon S1100pj Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 features external dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1100pj has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S02 versus Nikon S1100pj in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S02 compared to the S1100pj.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and S1100pj is 97 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and S1100pj.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S02 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon S1100pj will offer more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent S02 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.