Nikon S100 vs Nikon S6300

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S100 and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S100 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the S6300 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S100 grades against the S6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S100 has physical measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S6300 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S100 and the S6300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S6300 is 94 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and S6300.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.