Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VG-160

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was introduced 19 months prior to the VG-160 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S8000 grades vs the VG-160 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Olympus VG-160. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8000 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VG-160 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S8000 vs the VG-160.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8000 and VG-160.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.