Nikon S33 vs Nikon S800c

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S33 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the S800c (16MP) is relatively well matched but the S33 (1/3.1") and S800c (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The S33 was announced 2 years after the S800c which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S33 grades against the S800c with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S33 and Nikon S800c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S33 vs the S800c.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and S800c is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S33 and S800c.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S33 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S800c will resolve greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger S33 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.