Nikon S800c vs Sony WX10

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S800c and Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S800c was announced 2 years after the WX10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S800c grades versus the WX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c features outside measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S800c and Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S800c compared to the WX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and WX10 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and WX10.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern S800c should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.