Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100
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Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Nikon S3100 and Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S3100 was revealed at a similar time to the S4100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S3100 grades versus the S4100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Nikon S4100
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Nikon S3100
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Nikon S4100
S3100 | S4100 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | February 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3100 has outer measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4100 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3100 and Nikon S4100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S3100 vs the S4100.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S3100 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3100 and S4100.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 life | 220 pictures | 190 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $139 | $140 |