Nikon S8100 vs Sony S950

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S8100 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was released 19 months later than the S950 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S8100 grades vs the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony S950 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S8100 and Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S8100 versus the S950.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and S950 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and S950.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S8100 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger S8100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.