Nikon S6000 vs Nikon S8100

Let's look closer at the Nikon S6000 versus Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was introduced 7 months earlier than the S8100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S6000 grades vs the S8100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6000 versus Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S6000 against the S8100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and S8100 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and S8100.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S6000 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S6000 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.