Nikon S8100 vs Olympus 7010

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S8100 and Olympus 7010, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was unveiled 14 months later than the 7010 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S8100 scores versus the 7010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Olympus Stylus 7010. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Olympus 7010 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 offers external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus 7010 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S8100 against the 7010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and 7010 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and 7010.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer S8100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.