Nikon S220 vs Nikon S80

Here is a extended review of the Nikon S220 and Nikon S80, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and S80 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S220 was brought out 19 months prior to the S80 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S220 grades vs the S80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Nikon Coolpix S80. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S220 Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S220 has physical dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S220 and Nikon S80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S220 against the S80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S220 and S80 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S220 and S80.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S80 to show more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older S220 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.