Canon 1000D vs Nikon S80

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon 1000D vs Nikon S80, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and S80 (14MP) and the 1000D (APS-C) and S80 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1000D was introduced 3 years before the S80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon S80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1000D scores versus the S80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Nikon Coolpix S80. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1000D provides external dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") with a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1000D vs the S80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1000D and S80 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1000D and S80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1000D having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S80 will give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 1000D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.