Nikon S8100 vs Nikon S9300

Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S8100 and Nikon S9300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and S9300 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was released 22 months before the S9300 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S8100 matches up against the S9300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8100 and Nikon S9300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S8100 against the S9300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and S9300 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and S9300.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9300 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.