Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S8000 and Nikon S9500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S8000 has external dimensions of 103 x 57 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 1.06″) and weighs 183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S9500 has external dimensions of 110 x 60 x 31 mm (4.33 x 2.36 x 1.22″) and weighs 205 g (0.45 lb / 7.23 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S8000 and the Nikon S9500. Nikon S8000 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Nikon S9500.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S8000 and Nikon S9500.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S8000 and Nikon S9500.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S8000 is 22g lighter than the Nikon S9500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S8000 nor Nikon Coolpix S9500 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S8000 and Nikon S9500's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.