Nikon L810 vs Nikon S8000

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S8000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L810 was released 20 months after the S8000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the L810 grades against the S8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8000 has sizing of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S8000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the L810 versus the S8000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L810 and S8000 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and S8000.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L810 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent L810 should have a benefit in sensor technology.