Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S2900

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was announced 5 years earlier than the S2900 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1100pj matches up versus the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj & Nikon Coolpix S2900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery & Nikon S2900 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1100pj enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S1100pj against the S2900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and S2900 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1100pj and S2900.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S2900 to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older S1100pj will be behind in sensor technology.