Nikon S8000 vs Olympus VR-320

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S8000 versus Olympus VR-320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the VR-320 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S8000 grades versus the VR-320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Olympus VR-320. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Nikon S8000 versus Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S8000 versus the VR-320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and VR-320 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and VR-320.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.