Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S8000

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S5100 versus Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was introduced 3 months later than the S8000 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S5100 grades against the S8000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S5100 versus the S8000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and S8000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and S8000.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.