Nikon S9100 vs Olympus 8010

Below is a complete review of the Nikon S9100 vs Olympus 8010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the 8010 (13MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was released 18 months later than the 8010 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S9100 grades versus the 8010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9100 has outside measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8010 has dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S9100 vs Olympus 8010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S9100 against the 8010.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and 8010 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and 8010.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus 8010 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern S9100 should have an advantage in sensor technology.