Reasons to choose Coolpix 2100
Released in 2003, Coolpix 2100 has about 15 mm² of sensor area, 1.9 MP effective resolution, and a 200 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix 2100
vs Pentax EI-100
VS
Sensor area
15 mm²
Coolpix 210015 mm²
EI-100- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix 2100 and EI-100 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix 2100MetricEI-100
1.9 MPEffective pixels1.2 MP
4.5 × 3.37Sensor4.5 × 3.37
2.83 µmPixel pitch3.55 µm
7.98 µm²Pixel area12.64 µm²
12.53 MP/cm²Pixel density7.91 MP/cm²
7.7Crop factor7.7
—Maximum video—
200 gWeight240 g
CompactFlash type IStorageInternal storage
AA NiMH (2) batteries includedBatteryAA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix 2100 and EI-100 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix 2100 has the lighter body. The Coolpix 2100 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix 2100 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose EI-100
Released in 2001, EI-100 has about 15 mm² of sensor area, 1.2 MP effective resolution, and a 240 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.