Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S4100

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.