At a glance
| Specification | S8100 | S210 |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Megapixels | 12.1 MP effective | 8.0 MP effective |
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS | 1/2.5-inch CCD |
| Lens | 10x optical zoom NIKKOR ED lens, f/3.5-5.6, 5.4-54.0mm (30-300mm equivalent) | 6.3-18.9mm (35mm equivalent: 38-114mm), f/3.1-5.9, 3x optical zoom |
| Memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC |
| Maximum card | Up to 2TB (SDXC) | Up to 32GB (SDHC) |
| Battery | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 |
| Dimensions | Approx. 104.0 x 59.2 x 29.9 mm (W x H x D) | Approx. 90 x 55.5 x 18 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 0.7 in.) |
| Weight | Approx. 209 g (with battery and card, CIPA) | Approx. 100 g (body only, without battery and card) |
Which one should you choose?
Choose Nikon COOLPIX S8100 if 30–300mm reach and 12.1 MP files are useful for travel.
Choose Nikon COOLPIX S210 if a 100 g, 18 mm body with a 3x zoom is easier to keep with you.
The S8100 buys reach and a bigger body; the S210 buys portability and a simpler 8 MP setup.
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