Nikon S100 vs Olympus 7040

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S100 and Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 20 months later than the 7040 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S100 grades vs the 7040 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Olympus Stylus 7040. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S100 and Olympus 7040 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S100 compared to the 7040.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and 7040 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and 7040.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher S100 provides an advantage in sensor technology.