Nikon S7000 vs Nikon S80

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S7000 and Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The image resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the S80 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S7000 was unveiled 4 years after the S80 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the S7000 matches up against the S80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S7000 & Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S7000 Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S7000 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S80 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S7000 and Nikon S80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S7000 against the S80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S7000 and S80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S7000 and S80.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S7000 to give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S7000 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.