Nikon S100 vs Sony W710

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S100 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 16 months prior to the W710 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S100 scores against the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 features physical measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S100 vs the W710.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and W710.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.