Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S4100 and Canon D30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S4100 has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 20 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.79″) and weighs (including batteries). Canon D30 has external dimensions of 109 x 68 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.68 x 1.1″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S4100 and the Canon D30. Nikon S4100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Canon D30.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S4100 and Canon D30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S4100 and Canon D30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S4100 is 218g lighter than the Canon D30 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the D30, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S4100.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S4100 and Canon D30's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.