Nikon S3000 vs Nikon S80

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S3000 and Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the S80 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the S80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S3000 matches up vs the S80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3000 features physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Nikon S80 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3000 and Nikon S80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S3000 against the S80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and S80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3000 and S80.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S80 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older S3000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.