Canon D10 vs Nikon S8000

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon D10 versus Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D10 was announced 11 months earlier than the S8000 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the D10 matches up against the S8000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D10 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon D10 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has proportions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the D10 against the S8000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and S8000 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and S8000.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older D10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.