Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S1100pj and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the S1100pj (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1100pj was announced 4 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S1100pj being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S1100pj matches up vs the GX-1S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj has got outer dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1100pj and Samsung GX-1S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S1100pj and the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and GX-1S is 93 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1100pj and GX-1S.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1100pj with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S1100pj will render more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S1100pj will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.