Nikon S8000 vs Nikon S9900

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S8000 versus Nikon S9900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was released 5 years before the S9900 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S8000 matches up against the S9900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S8000 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8000 versus Nikon S9900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S8000 vs the S9900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and S9900 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8000 and S9900.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S9900 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S8000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.