Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000
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![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8000
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S6300 and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and 8000 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S6300 was revealed 2 years after the 8000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S6300 scores against the 8000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Olympus 8000
S6300 | 8000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Nikon S6300
8000 | S6300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Olympus 8000
S6300 | 8000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6300 and Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S6300 vs the 8000.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8000-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and 8000 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and 8000.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6300 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer S6300 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 sensor size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6300 vs Olympus 8000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 |
Also called as | - | mju Tough 8000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 182 grams (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $380 |