Nikon S9100 vs Pentax S1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9100 vs Pentax S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S9100 was brought out 5 months later than the S1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the S9100 matches up against the S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9100 against the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and S1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax S1 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively.