Nikon S8100 vs Sony HX20V

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S8100 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was introduced 22 months prior to the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S8100 scores versus the HX20V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Nikon S8100 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S8100 and the HX20V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and HX20V.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX20V to provide more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S8100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.