Nikon S6500 vs Olympus 8000

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6500 vs Olympus 8000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and 8000 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was introduced 3 years later than the 8000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the S6500 matches up against the 8000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 features outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6500 vs Olympus 8000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S6500 vs the 8000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and 8000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and 8000.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6500 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S6500 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.