Nikon S8000 vs Sony S950

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S8000 vs Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S8000 (14MP) and S950 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was introduced 17 months after the S950 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S8000 scores versus the S950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8000 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S8000 vs the S950.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and S950 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and S950.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent S8000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.