Nikon Coolpix S630 vs Nikon Coolpix S810c

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S630 and the Nikon Coolpix S810c, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Nikon Coolpix S630 was introduced in February 2009 and Nikon Coolpix S810c was introduced in April 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon Coolpix S630 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 64 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 640 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Nikon Coolpix S810c Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 125 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.70" 1,229k dot Fixed Screen
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix S630 and Nikon Coolpix S810c.

      PROS

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      •   Video Capture
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.70"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S630

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S630 over Nikon Coolpix S810c.

      Nikon Coolpix S630 vs Nikon Coolpix S810c
      Lower Native ISO 64 vs 125
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.3 vs f/6.3
      Min Normal Focus Distance 40 cm vs 50 cm
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Lighter 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz) vs 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S810c

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S810c over Nikon Coolpix S630.

      Nikon Coolpix S630 vs Nikon Coolpix S810c
      Larger Sensor 1/2.33-inch vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4608 x 3456
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 37 mm vs 25 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 260 mm vs 300 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 7x vs 12x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.5 vs f/3.3
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 2.70" vs 3.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 1,229k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Video Resolution 640 x 480 vs 1920 x 1080
      Headphone Output vs
      Built-in GPS vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Nikon Coolpix S630 Nikon Coolpix S810c
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4003,200
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz)216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Nikon Coolpix S630 Nikon Coolpix S810c
        Small Sensor1/2.33-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution640 x 4801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Nikon Coolpix S630 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix S810c has a 3.70" screen with 1,229k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Nikon Coolpix S810c also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Nikon Coolpix S810c) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix S630 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 64 - 6,400. Nikon Coolpix S810c features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 125 - 3,200.

      Nikon Coolpix S810c has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Nikon Coolpix S630 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3984 x 2656, 3968 x 2232, 2992 x 2992, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S810c can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS on Nikon Coolpix S810c

      Nikon Coolpix S810c has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix S810c

      Nikon Coolpix S810c has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Nikon Coolpix S630 comes with EN-L12 battery pack and Nikon Coolpix S810c comes with EN-EL23 battery pack with battery life of 270 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Nikon Coolpix S630 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Nikon Coolpix S810c has a single microSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S630, and up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S810c. Nikon Coolpix S630 can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix S810c can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.60 m on Nikon Coolpix S810c..

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon Coolpix S630 body has dimensions of 58 x 97 x 26 mm (2.28 x 3.82 x 1.02") and Nikon Coolpix S810c body has dimensions of 113 x 64 x 28 mm (4.45 x 2.52 x 1.1"). Nikon Coolpix S630 weighs 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S810c weighs 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz).

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      58 mm

      97 mm

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      113 mm

      64 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon Coolpix S630 and Nikon Coolpix S810c

      Nikon Coolpix S630 and Nikon Coolpix S810c for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      76
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      78
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.70"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon Coolpix S630 and Nikon Coolpix S810c and give them scores of 52 and 68 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      OVERALL
      52
      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      POOR
      41
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      78
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      77
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.70"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      POOR
      46
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      81
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon Coolpix S630

      Nikon Coolpix S810c

      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots


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