Nikon S100 vs Nikon S810c

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S100 vs Nikon S810c, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the S810c (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 3 years earlier than the S810c and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the S100 grades versus the S810c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S100 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S810c has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S100 vs Nikon S810c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S100 against the S810c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and S810c is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and S810c.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older S100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.