Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S8000

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S3500 versus Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and S8000 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was announced 2 years after the S8000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S3500 scores vs the S8000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has sizing of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Nikon S3500 versus Nikon S8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3500 versus the S8000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and S8000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3500 and S8000.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to produce extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher S3500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.