Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100
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Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Announced February 2011
Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S100 was launched 7 months after the S6100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the S100 scores against the S6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Nikon S6100
S100 | S6100 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | February 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 460k | Sharper display (+360k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Nikon S100
S6100 | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Nikon S6100
S100 | S6100 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S6100 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S100 vs the S6100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S6100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and S6100.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger S100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 820 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photographs | 210 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $240 | $195 |