Nikon S630 vs Sony HX80

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S630 versus Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S630 was revealed 8 years prior to the HX80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S630 scores against the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S630 versus Sony HX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S630 and the HX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and HX80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and HX80.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX80 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S630 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.