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Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Nikon Coolpix S100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs

Nikon S100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
  • Released August 2011
Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Released August 2009
Photography Glossary

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 2 years after the S1000pj which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S100 grades against the S1000pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Nikon S1000pj

 S100 S1000pj 
ReleasedAugust 2011August 2009Newer by 25 months
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution820k230kSharper display (+590k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S100

 S1000pj S100 

Common features in the Nikon S100 and Nikon S1000pj

 S100 S1000pj 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S100 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S100 and the S1000pj.

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and S1000pj is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and S1000pj.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to render more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S100 Portrait photography info
Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography info
40
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16MP)
provides face detection focusing
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S100 Street photography information
Nikon S1000pj Street photography information
63
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S100 Sports photography details
Nikon S1000pj Sports photography details
38
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery power (150 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S100 Travel photography features
Nikon S1000pj Travel photography features
65
supports focus via touch
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low battery power (150 per charge)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
57
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S100
Landscape photography with Nikon S1000pj
45
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery power (150 per charge)
missing Time Lapse function
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S100 Vlogging information
Nikon S1000pj Vlogging information
35
really wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
missing external mic support
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
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Nikon S100 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S100 and Nikon S1000pj
 Nikon Coolpix S100Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S100 Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-08-24 2009-08-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 Expeed
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance 1cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 820 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology Organic LED monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175g (0.39 pounds) 175g (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 150 pictures -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $240 $289