Nikon S33 vs Sony WX80

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S33 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the S33 (1/3.1") and WX80 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The S33 was brought out 2 years after the WX80 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S33 grades versus the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S33 and the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and WX80.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S33 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony WX80 will resolve more detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger S33 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.