• 1/2.5 inch 24.7mm2
  • 8.0 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 114.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/3.1 inch 16.5mm2
  • 13.2 megapixels
  • 30.00mm - 90.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SD1100 IS advantages over Nikon S33

  • Larger sensor
    1/2.5 inch vs 1/3.1 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.76 vs 1.13 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • More telephoto lens reach
    114 mm vs 90 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Thinner
    23 mm vs 37 mm
    Thinner
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 11 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Nikon S33 advantages over Canon SD1100 IS

  • Less expensive
    $150 vs $250 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Newer
    10 years vs 17 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    13.2 vs 8.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    30 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    4.7 fps vs 0.9 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NV30

Canon SD1100 IS
Samsung NV30
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer exposure
  • $279
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Higher extended ISO
Nikon S33
Samsung NV30
  • $109
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $279
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Sony DSC-W130

Canon SD1100 IS
Sony DSC-W130
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More dots on screen
  • $149
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Manual focus
Nikon S33
Sony DSC-W130
  • $109
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $149
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FS3

Canon SD1100 IS
Panasonic DMC-FS3
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $200
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
Nikon S33
Panasonic DMC-FS3
  • $109
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $200
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Nikon S31

Canon SD1100 IS
Nikon S31
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $89
  • 1/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
Nikon S33
Nikon S31
  • $109
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 1080p video
  • $89
  • 1/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon W100

Canon SD1100 IS
Nikon W100
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $157
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Nikon S33
Nikon W100
  • $109
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • $157
  • 1/3.1 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
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