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Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise 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 S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the S70 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S1100pj was revealed 13 months later than the S70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S1100pj scores vs the S70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Nikon S70

 S1100pj S70 
LaunchedAugust 2010August 2009More recent by 13 months
Screen resolution460k288kCrisper screen (+172k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Nikon S1100pj

 S70 S1100pj 
Screen size3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S70

 S1100pj S70 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1100pj comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S70 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S1100pj vs the S70.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and S70 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and S70.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S1100pj to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S1100pj provides an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography info
Nikon S70 Portrait photography info
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Street photography camera
Nikon S70 as a Street photography camera
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competitors (180 grams)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than others (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Sports photography info
Nikon S70 Sports photography info
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1100pj
Travel photography with Nikon S70
61
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (180 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
56
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (160g)
low MP (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1100pj
Landscape photography with Nikon S70
42
pretty wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
fairly wide (28mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S70 as a Vlogging camera
29
pretty wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competitors (180 grams)
30
fairly wide (28mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
heavier than others (160g)
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Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S70
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjNikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Nikon Coolpix S70
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-08-17 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 Expeed
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3.5"
Resolution of display 460k dot 288k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/8000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 180 grams (0.40 lb) 160 grams (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $399 $290