Nikon S8100 vs Sony W620

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon S8100 vs Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was revealed 16 months prior to the W620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S8100 matches up vs the W620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8100 has physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S8100 vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S8100 versus the W620.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S8100 and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and W620.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W620 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S8100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.