Reasons to choose Optima 100
Released in 2009, Optima 100 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 105 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The Optima 100 and Optima 1438m have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The Optima 100 and Optima 1438m have the same sensor area. The Optima 100 has the lighter body. The Optima 100 and Optima 1438m have the same effective resolution. The Optima 100 and Optima 1438m were both released in 2009. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2009, Optima 100 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 105 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2009, Optima 1438m has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 130 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.