Nikon S8000 vs Olympus SP-100

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S8000 and Olympus SP-100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was launched 4 years prior to the SP-100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S8000 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S8000 scores vs the SP-100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus SP-100 has sizing of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8000 and Olympus SP-100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S8000 vs the SP-100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and SP-100 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8000 and SP-100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SP-100 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S8000 will be behind in sensor technology.