Nikon S800c vs Sony W800

Here, we are comparing the Nikon S800c versus Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S800c was brought out 12 months prior to the W800 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S800c grades vs the W800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c features outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S800c versus Sony W800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S800c compared to the W800.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and W800 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and W800.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony W800 to give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S800c is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.