Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100
95 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
36 Overall
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Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed September 2010
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In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S630 was launched 19 months prior to the S8100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the S630 grades vs the S8100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Nikon S8100
| S630 | S8100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Nikon S630
| S8100 | S630 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2010 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Nikon S8100
| S630 | S8100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S630 vs the S8100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and S8100.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The older S630 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S630 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-09-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 220 photographs |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-L12 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $240 | $299 |
