Nikon S8100 vs Sony WX150

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S8100 vs Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the WX150 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S8100 scores against the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 has external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S8100 and the WX150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and WX150 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and WX150.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony WX150 to give you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.