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 S6100 and Canon A2300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6100 has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz) (including batteries). Canon A2300 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 20 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.79″) and weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and the Canon A2300. Canon A2300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Nikon S6100.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and Canon A2300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6100 and Canon A2300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A2300 is significantly lighter (50g ) than the Nikon S6100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6100 nor Canon PowerShot A2300 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S6100's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon A2300's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.