Nikon S6100 vs Sony W800

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was brought out 4 years earlier than the W800 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S6100 matches up versus the W800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S6100 against the W800.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and W800 is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and W800.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony W800 to give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.