Nikon S02 vs Nikon S220

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S02 vs Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and S220 (10MP) and the S02 (1/3") and S220 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The S02 was revealed 4 years later than the S220 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S02 grades versus the S220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Nikon Coolpix S220. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery & Nikon S220 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 comes with outer measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Nikon S220 has sizing of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S02 vs Nikon S220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S02 compared to the S220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S02 and S220 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S02 and S220.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S02 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S02 will provide greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern S02 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.