Nikon A1000 vs Nikon S800c

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon A1000 versus Nikon S800c, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the S800c (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was unveiled 6 years after the S800c which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A1000 scores versus the S800c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A1000 versus the S800c.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and S800c is 86 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and S800c.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger A1000 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.