Nikon S570 vs Nikon S8100

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S570 and Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was revealed 13 months before the S8100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S570 matches up against the S8100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S570 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S570 and Nikon S8100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S570 and the S8100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and S8100.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older S570 will be behind in sensor innovation.