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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Nikon S8000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
  • Announced June 2010
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 10 months earlier than the S8000 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S1000pj grades against the S8000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S8000

 S1000pj S8000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Nikon S1000pj

 S8000 S1000pj 
AnnouncedJune 2010August 2009Newer by 10 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S8000

 S1000pj S8000 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj compared to the S8000.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and S8000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S8000.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography factors
Nikon S8000 Portrait photography factors
21
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography details
Nikon S8000 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography features
Nikon S8000 Sports photography features
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography information
Nikon S8000 Travel photography information
57
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
61
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
great zoom (300mm)
missing Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1000pj
Landscape photography with Nikon S8000
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
37
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging details
Nikon S8000 Vlogging details
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S8000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S8000
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjNikon Coolpix S8000
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Nikon Coolpix S8000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-04 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 30-300mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 pounds) 183 gr (0.40 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes (3 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $289 $300