Nikon S80 vs Sony W550

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon S80 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S80 was revealed 10 months before the W550 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S80 grades versus the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S80 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S80 compared to the W550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S80 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and W550.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.