Nikon S6300 vs Nikon S800c

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S6300 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the S800c (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was launched 12 months prior to the S800c which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S6300 matches up versus the S800c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 offers external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S800c has dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S6300 vs the S800c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and S800c is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and S800c.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.