Nikon S8000 vs Olympus 9000

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S8000 and Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was unveiled 14 months after the 9000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S8000 grades versus the 9000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8000 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus 9000 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8000 and Olympus 9000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S8000 against the 9000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and 9000 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and 9000.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S8000 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern S8000 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.