Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S8100

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S3500 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and S8100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was released 2 years after the S8100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3500 grades against the S8100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S3500 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S3500 versus the S8100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and S8100.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S3500 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer S3500 provides an edge in sensor innovation.