Nikon S6100 vs Sony S2100

Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S6100 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was revealed 14 months after the S2100 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S6100 scores vs the S2100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S6100 versus the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and S2100.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6100 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S6100 provides a benefit in sensor tech.