Clicky

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S630 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
36
Overall
35

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs

Nikon S630
(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
Nikon S8100
(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
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Overview

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 Glossary

The 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.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Nikon S8100

 S630 S8100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Nikon S630

 S8100 S630 
RevealedSeptember 2010February 2009Fresher by 19 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S630 and Nikon S8100

 S630 S8100 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S630 Portrait photography information
Nikon S8100 Portrait photography information
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
26
features face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Nikon S630 Street photography advice
Nikon S8100 Street photography advice
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S630
Sports photography with Nikon S8100
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
38
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S630
Travel photography with Nikon S8100
56
built-in flash
great reach (260mm)
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
55
has built in flash
great zoom (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Landscape Comparison

Nikon S630 Landscape photography information
Nikon S8100 Landscape photography information
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
32
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S630 Vlogging factors
Nikon S8100 Vlogging factors
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone socket
30
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have external mic socket
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Nikon S630 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S630 and Nikon S8100
 Nikon Coolpix S630Nikon 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