Nikon S6400 vs Nikon S80

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S6400 versus Nikon S80, both Ultracompact cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the S80 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was unveiled 24 months later than the S80 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S6400 matches up versus the S80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6400 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6400 versus Nikon S80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S6400 versus the S80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and S80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6400 and S80.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S6400 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S6400 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.