Clicky

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Launched August 2010
Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

The S1100pj was revealed 7 months after the S4000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1100pj matches up versus the S4000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Nikon S4000

 S1100pj S4000 
ReleasedAugust 2010February 2010Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Nikon S1100pj

 S4000 S1100pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S4000

 S1100pj S4000 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Display resolution460k460kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S4000 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S4000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1100pj versus the S4000.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and S4000 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1100pj and S4000.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S1100pj to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern S1100pj should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography advice
Nikon S4000 Portrait photography advice
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Street photography features
Nikon S4000 Street photography features
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (180g)
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Sports photography info
Nikon S4000 Sports photography info
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Travel Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Travel photography information
Nikon S4000 Travel photography information
61
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (180 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
58
flash built-in
relatively wide (27mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Landscape photography camera
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Timelapse recording
32
relatively wide (27mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S1100pj
Vlogging with Nikon S4000
29
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (180g)
28
relatively wide (27mm)
screen is touchscreen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
Photography Glossary

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S4000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S4000
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjNikon Coolpix S4000
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Nikon Coolpix S4000
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-08-17 2010-02-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 180g (0.40 lbs) 131g (0.29 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL12 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $399 $200