Nikon S100 vs Nikon S570

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S100 versus Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and S570 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 2 years later than the S570 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S100 matches up against the S570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Nikon Coolpix S570. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S570 has sizing of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S100 compared to the S570.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and S570 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and S570.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S100 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer S100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.