Nikon S800c vs Nikon S810c

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S800c and Nikon S810c, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the S810c (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S800c was launched 14 months earlier than the S810c which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S800c matches up vs the S810c for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c provides outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S810c has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S800c and Nikon S810c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S800c against the S810c.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and S810c is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and S810c.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S800c will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.