Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s
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Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2013
(Full Review)
Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Nikon S800c and Nikon D4s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro DSLR and they are both sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the D4s (16MP) is fairly well matched but the S800c (1/2.3") and D4s (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S800c was announced 12 months prior to the D4s which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S800c being a Compact camera and the Nikon D4s being a Large SLR camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S800c grades against the D4s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Nikon D4s. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Nikon D4s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Nikon D4s
S800c | D4s | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3.2" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D4s over the Nikon S800c
D4s | S800c | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2013 | Newer by 12 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 819k | Clearer display (+102k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Nikon D4s
S800c | D4s | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S800c features outside 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 D4s has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 1350 grams (2.98 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S800c and Nikon D4s in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S800c and the D4s.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S800c and D4s is 93 and 50 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and D4s.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The S800c contains the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more aged S800c is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Nikon S800c vs Nikon D4s Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Nikon D4s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Nikon D4s |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2013-02-04 | 2014-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3280 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 819k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184g (0.41 lbs) | 1350g (2.98 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3074 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 140 shots | 3020 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL18a |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | CompactFlash, XQD |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Price at release | $290 | $6,498 |