Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VH-410

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The S8000 was announced 3 years prior to the VH-410 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S8000 scores versus the VH-410 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8000 provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VH-410 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S8000 versus the VH-410.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and VH-410 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S8000 and VH-410.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus VH-410 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.