Nikon Coolpix S800c vs Nikon Coolpix S100

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix S800c and the Nikon Coolpix S100, 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 S800c was introduced in February 2013 and Nikon Coolpix S100 was introduced in August 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

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.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S800c over Nikon Coolpix S100.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S100 over Nikon Coolpix S800c.

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.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix S800c and Nikon Coolpix S100 have 3.50" Fixed screens with 819k dot and 820k dot resolutions respectively. Both models feature 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 S100) (available only on Nikon Coolpix S100) 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.

Nikon Coolpix S800c 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 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 3,200. Nikon Coolpix S100 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch 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 S800c 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.

Cameras are equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Image Stabilization

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

Built-in GPS on Nikon Coolpix S800c

Nikon Coolpix S800c 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 S800c

Nikon Coolpix S800c 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. Nikon Coolpix S800c has a Mini HDMI and Nikon Coolpix S100 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix S800c and Nikon Coolpix S100 come with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 140 shots on Nikon Coolpix S800c and with battery life of 150 shots on Nikon Coolpix S100.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix S800c has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Nikon Coolpix S100 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S800c, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S100. Nikon Coolpix S800c can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix S100 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash..

Nikon Coolpix S800c body has dimensions of 111 x 60 x 27 mm (4.37 x 2.36 x 1.06") and Nikon Coolpix S100 body has dimensions of 99 x 65 x 18 mm (3.9 x 2.56 x 0.71"). Nikon Coolpix S800c weighs 184 g (0.41 lb / 6.49 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S100 weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz).

Nikon Coolpix S800c

Nikon Coolpix S100

111 mm

60 mm

99 mm

65 mm

60 mm

65 mm