Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S800c

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S800c (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was revealed 4 years before the S800c and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the S6000 scores vs the S800c in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S800c has specifications of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6000 and Nikon S800c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S6000 and the S800c.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and S800c is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and S800c.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S800c to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older S6000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.