Nikon S4300 vs Sony S2100

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S4300 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was launched 2 years later than the S2100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S4300 grades against the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4300 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S4300 and the S2100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and S2100.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S4300 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern S4300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.