Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S80

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S4000 and Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the S80 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the S80 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S4000 scores vs the S80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4000 has external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S4000 and Nikon S80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S4000 against the S80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and S80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and S80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S80 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.