Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S570

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S5100 versus Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was unveiled 13 months after the S570 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S5100 scores against the S570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S570 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S5100 compared to the S570.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and S570 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and S570.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S5100 should have an edge in sensor tech.